Sparks Elementary School

8200 OTIS DR FRISCO TX 75034

About Sparks Elementary School

Sparks Elementary in Frisco, Texas, provides a robust education for K-5 learners all while making a commitment to student growth and community involvement. Sparks is part of a highly rated Frisco ISD, which has an "A" district rating and is ranked #7 among established elementary schools in the district.

?Sparks is performing academically, as they report that 85% of students are proficient in reading and 73% in math, and the school is performing solidly above expected levels. Sparks promotes strong parent-teacher relationships with an active PTA and encourages family involvement. With a viable support system, dedicated staff, and healthy commitment to each child's success, Sparks Elementary will continue to be one of the best elementary schools in the area.

Contact Information

Address

8200 OTIS DR FRISCO TX 75034

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Phone

(469) 633-3000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
598
Total Students
$60565
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP [percent] IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Sparks Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

79

of 129 in Texas

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM - 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 40%
Asian 39.8%
Hispanic 11.9%
Black 2.7%
Two+ Races 5.4%
Native Am. 0%
White
40%
Asian
39.8%
Hispanic
11.9%
Black
2.7%
Two+ Races
5.4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 598
48.8%
292 Female
51.2%
306 Male

Student Population

598 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

683 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Sparks Elementary PTA is hosting a McDonald's Spirit Night on August 27th to help support school activities and a community spirit.

FAQ

Q: Where should I go to register my child for Sparks Elementary?

A: Registration is done on the Frisco ISD Enrollment Portal. Parents may enter on line for a new student for the upcoming school year on the New Student Enrollment page.


Q: What after-school programs are available at Sparks Elementary?

A: The AlphaBEST program partners with Sparks to provide after-school care including enrichment activities and child care services after school hours. Some students may be in YMCAs programs.


Q: How can I get involved as a parent at Sparks Elementary .

A: Parents may choose to join the Sparks PTA as a way to volunteer, attend events, and participate to help support our school programs, etc. When you join the PTA, there is a PTA volunteer page that lists all of the different opportunities for parents to sign up.


Q: Does Sparks Elementary have special education services?

A: Yes, Sparks Elementary provides Special Education services to students at our campus through Frisco ISD. The special education services are individualized based upon the needs of the student and the services are provided based on the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) at Sparks.


Q: Does Sparks Elementary have programs with gifted or advanced curriculum?

A: Yes, Sparks Elementary has Gifted and Talented (GT) programs that are designed for high-achieving students to provide advanced learning opportunities and enrichment (Frisco ISD GT Program).

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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