Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sparks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sparks Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Every Child. Every Day.
School Rankings
Sparks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparks Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#145 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparks Elementary School's ranking?
Sparks Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sparks Elementary School?
568 students attend Sparks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sparks Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparks Elementary School?
Sparks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sparks Elementary School offer ?
Sparks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sparks Elementary School part of?
Sparks Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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