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Sparkman Elementary School

72 Plainview St, Hartselle, AL 35640 · (256)773-6458 · Morgan County
GRADES M–MCOMBINED41-RURALREGULAR SCHOOL
Enrollment
,
Combined
DISTRICT 476 · STATE 673
Student : Teacher
12.7:1
Teacher data unavailable
DISTRICT 17.6:1 · STATE 17.9:1
Free / Reduced Lunch
,
Title I proxy
DISTRICT 57% · STATE 58%
Community
0
0 members
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5-year change

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2022-23
Enrollment
104
-117 (-53%) vs 2017
Student : Teacher
12.7:1
was 12.3:1
% White
81%
was 90%
% Hispanic
11%
was 5%
% Black
0%
was 4%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data

About Sparkman Elementary School

Sparkman Elementary School operates as a mid-sized unified-grade school in Hartselle, Alabama, part of Morgan County. Current enrollment sits at students from the surrounding community spanning grade M.

Morgan County runs 16 schools in total, collectively educating 7,619 students. Sparkman Elementary School is one of those campuses.

In terms of school funding signals, Class-load math at Sparkman Elementary School comes out to about 12.7:1. Statewide, the average ratio sits near 17.9:1, putting Sparkman Elementary School tighter than the state norm the norm.

Across the wider county, ACS estimates for Morgan County put median household income runs about $68,845, 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and roughly 9% of residents live below the federal poverty line. Sparkman Elementary School is one of 46 public schools in Morgan County (combined enrollment of about 20,204 students).

The closest other public school is Hartselle High School, roughly 4.5 miles away. 2 of the 8 nearest public schools sit inside a five-mile radius.

The campus sits in a small-town setting.

Looking at the recent track record. Looking back 5 years, enrollment at Sparkman Elementary School has contracted 53%, going from 221 students in 2018 to 104 in 2023. The White share of enrollment fell from 90% to 81% over that span.

On the community side, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around pickup logistics, teacher feedback, and after-school programs. Parents, students, alumni, and staff are welcome to weigh in.

Morgan County at a glance

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Population
124,471
Census ACS
Median income
$68,845
Household, ACS
Bachelor's+
23%
Adults 25+
Poverty rate
9%
Below federal line
Schools in county
46
20,204 students

Quick facts

School name
Sparkman Elementary School
District
Morgan County
Address
72 Plainview St, Hartselle, AL 35640
Phone
(256)773-6458
County
Morgan County
Level
Combined
Grade range
M–M
Student–teacher ratio
12.7:1
Locale
41-Rural: Fringe
NCES ID
010248001050
Charter school
No

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Frequently asked questions

About Sparkman Elementary School
What grades does Sparkman Elementary School serve?
Sparkman Elementary School serves grades M-M.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparkman Elementary School?
The student-to-teacher ratio at Sparkman Elementary School is approximately 12.7:1.
Who oversees Sparkman Elementary School?
Sparkman Elementary School is overseen by Morgan County in Morgan County.
Where is Sparkman Elementary School located?
Sparkman Elementary School is located at 72 Plainview St, Hartselle, AL 35640.
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