For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,044 students in Sparta, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Sparta, IL are Sparta High School and Sparta Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sparta, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Sparta have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sparta, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparta High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 W Hood St
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-4341
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-4341
Gr: 9-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Sparta Lincoln School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203a Dean Ave
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Gr: PK-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sparta, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Sparta, IL include Sparta High School and Sparta Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in Sparta?
2 public schools are located in Sparta.
What is the racial composition of students in Sparta?
Sparta public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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