Serving 351 students in grades 7-8, Sparks Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparks Middle School's student population of 351 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sparks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparks Middle School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6419 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
94%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparks Middle School's ranking?
Sparks Middle School is ranked #6419 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sparks Middle School?
351 students attend Sparks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sparks Middle School students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sparks Middle School?
Sparks Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sparks Middle School offer ?
Sparks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sparks Middle School part of?
Sparks Middle School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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