Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sparr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sparr Elementary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sparr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sparr Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparr Elementary School's ranking?
Sparr Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sparr Elementary School often compared to?
Sparr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony Elementary School, Reddick-collier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sparr Elementary School?
435 students attend Sparr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sparr Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sparr Elementary School?
Sparr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sparr Elementary School offer ?
Sparr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparr Elementary School part of?
Sparr Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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