SPARK ACADEMY

Spark Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lawrence school district, located in Lawrence, MA with about 460 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Spark Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Spark Academy, located at 165 Crawford Street in Lawrence, Massachusetts, is a public middle school that operates as part of the Lawrence Public Schools district. The school is designed to provide a rigorous and supportive educational environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of middle school students. By emphasizing high academic standards and fostering a strong sense of community, Spark Academy aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

The school’s curriculum and culture are built upon the principles of engagement and inclusivity, focusing on both core academic proficiency and the social-emotional growth of its students. As part of the Lawrence school system, Spark Academy integrates various resources and initiatives to bridge achievement gaps and ensure that students from diverse backgrounds have access to quality instruction. Through its commitment to excellence and its connection to the broader Lawrence community, the academy serves as a key pillar in the district’s mission to provide equitable learning opportunities for all local youth.

For more information, contact Spark Academy at (978) 975-5993 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.