Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School

www.spartan.org/schools/sails-charter-school

Charter School 47 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

The Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School (SAILS) is a tuition-free charter school located in Sparta, Wisconsin, designed to serve students in grades 9–12 who are seeking a non-traditional educational environment. The school emphasizes a personalized, student-centered approach to learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. By utilizing a flexible curriculum and individualized learning plans, SAILS provides a supportive atmosphere for students who may have struggled in a conventional classroom setting or who require more autonomy to meet their academic goals.

At the core of the SAILS program is a commitment to fostering independence and student accountability. The school aims to provide a safe, inclusive community where students are empowered to take ownership of their education while working closely with dedicated faculty to ensure they stay on track for graduation. By blending self-directed study with consistent mentorship and guidance, the school prepares its students not only for earning their high school diploma but also for transitioning successfully into post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce.

Total Students

2.0

Full-Time Teachers

23.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

83.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School
Demographic	Student Count
White	29
Hispanic	14
Black	1
American Indian	3

White
29 (61.7 %)
Hispanic
14 (29.8 %)
American Indian
3 (6.4 %)
Black
1 (2.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Sparta Area School District
Phone:	(608)366-3400
Website:	http://www.spartan.org/schools/sails-charter-school
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	47
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	2.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	37
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 11 21

Grade 12 26