Cataract Elementary

www.spartan.org/schools/cataract

Not reported M - M

School Overview

Cataract Elementary School is a rural, community-focused institution located in Sparta, Wisconsin, serving as part of the Sparta Area School District. Situated at 6070 State Highway 27, the school is known for its intimate learning environment, which prioritizes strong relationships between students, staff, and families. The school emphasizes a foundational approach to education, fostering a supportive atmosphere where students can develop academically and socially within a close-knit, small-town setting.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while leveraging its unique location to provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences. By utilizing the resources of the broader Sparta Area School District, Cataract Elementary ensures its students have access to modern educational tools and extracurricular opportunities despite its rural placement. The school remains dedicated to promoting character development, academic excellence, and a sense of community responsibility among its student body.

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School Details

Status:	Closed
School Level:	Not reported
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Sparta Area School District
Phone:	(608)366-3453
Website:	http://www.spartan.org/schools/cataract
Grade Range:	M - M
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NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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 breakdown: M - M