Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sparta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sparta Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sparta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparta Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1713 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
63%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparta Elementary School's ranking?
Sparta Elementary School is ranked #1713 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sparta Elementary School often compared to?
Sparta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Creek Elementary School, Piney Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sparta Elementary School?
523 students attend Sparta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sparta Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparta Elementary School?
Sparta Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sparta Elementary School offer ?
Sparta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparta Elementary School part of?
Sparta Elementary School is part of Alleghany County Schools.
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