Needs Improvement
#8677 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sparks Middle
Middle School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
15100 Giordano St., La Puente, CA 91744
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,677 of 9,539
In La Puente
#24 of 25
public schools
In district
#29 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
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Sparks Middle
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About Sparks Middle
Sparks Middle is a public middle school in La Puente, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Sparks Middle serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparks Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,677 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sparks Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Sparks Middle runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Sparks Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sparks Middle — Students at Sparks Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Sparks Middle Compares
See how Sparks Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15100 Giordano St., La Puente, CA 91744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparks Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. La Puente High (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Workman Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, California Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Puente, see our La Puente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sparks Elementary La Puente | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| California Elementary La Puente | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 0.6 mi | — |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 0.6 mi | — |
| Nelson Elementary La Puente | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL La Puente | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL La Puente | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairgrove Academy La Puente | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| La Puente High La Puente | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra Vista Middle La Puente | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Sunset Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunset La Puente | 0.8 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| Del Valle Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Lassalette La Puente | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BISHOP AMAT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL La Puente | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Workman Elementary La Puente | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bishop Amat Memorial High La Puente | 1.3 mi | — |
| Baldwin Academy La Puente | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,624
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
78,253
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparks Middle
What grades does Sparks Middle serve?
Sparks Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sparks Middle?
Sparks Middle has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparks Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparks Middle is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sparks Middle rank in CA?
Sparks Middle ranks #8,677 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sparks Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparks Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sparks Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sparks Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sparks Middle a charter school?
No, Sparks Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sparks Middle a Title I school?
No, Sparks Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sparks Middle?
77.5% of students at Sparks Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (626) 933-5001
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #29 of 32
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