For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 712 students in 65753, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65753, MO are Sparta Middle School, Sparta Elementary School and Sparta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65753 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65753, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65753, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparta Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Division St
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-5518
Gr: 5-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Sparta Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
522 State Hwy 125 N
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Gr: K-4 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Sparta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8520 State Hwy14e
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3224
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3224
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
113 Division St
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Sparta, MO 65753
(417) 634-3223
Gr: PK | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65753, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65753, MO include Sparta Middle School, Sparta Elementary School and Sparta High School.
How many public schools are located in 65753?
4 public schools are located in 65753.
What is the racial composition of students in 65753?
65753 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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