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2 schools in Sparta

Illinois · Public K-12

Sparta's public schools, 2 in all, serve about 1,044 K-12 students inside Illinois, averaging 522 per campus.

7-year change in Sparta

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,044
-28 (-3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
72%
was 73%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
15%
was 17%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Sparta High SchoolHigh09-12309
Sparta Lincoln SchoolElementaryPK-08735

About Sparta

Public education in Sparta, Illinois runs across 2 schools that educates roughly 1,044 students. By footprint, Sparta sits in the rural-scale bracket.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Sparta has contracted 3% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,072 students to 1,044.

On this page, the community for Sparta discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Sparta, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Sparta, with a combined enrollment of about 1,044.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Sparta?
Sparta has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Sparta?
Sparta Lincoln School is the largest public school in Sparta by enrollment, with approximately 735 students.
What school districts serve Sparta?
Sparta public schools are operated by Sparta CUSD 140.
What grade levels do public schools in Sparta cover?
Public schools in Sparta serve students from pre-K through grade 12.