SPARKMAN NINTH GRADE SCHOOL

Sparkman Ninth Grade School is a public secondary school that is part of the Madison County school district, located in Harvest, AL with about 578 students. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Sparkman Ninth Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Sparkman Ninth Grade School, located in Harvest, Alabama, serves as a dedicated transitional campus for students entering their first year of high school within the Madison County School System. By focusing exclusively on the ninth-grade experience, the school provides a specialized environment designed to help students bridge the gap between middle school and the more rigorous academic expectations of the upper high school grades. The campus curriculum is structured to ensure that students earn essential credits toward graduation while receiving targeted guidance during this pivotal developmental year.

As part of the larger Sparkman High School feeder pattern, the ninth-grade center emphasizes academic preparation, social-emotional growth, and community engagement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities and support services tailored to the needs of freshmen, fostering a culture of accountability and school spirit. Through its alignment with the district’s broader educational goals, Sparkman Ninth Grade School aims to build a strong foundation that prepares students for success throughout their high school tenure and beyond.

For more information, contact Sparkman Ninth Grade School at (256) 851-4560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.