School Overview
Innovations STEM Academy, located in Sparta, Wisconsin, is a specialized educational program within the Sparta Area School District that focuses on a rigorous, project-based curriculum centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The academy is designed to provide students with a hands-on learning environment that moves beyond traditional classroom instruction. By integrating real-world problem-solving and collaborative projects, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and technical proficiency, preparing students for success in an increasingly complex and technology-driven global economy.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to education, allowing students to engage deeply with their interests while meeting state academic standards. By leveraging partnerships with local professionals and community resources, Innovations STEM Academy creates opportunities for students to apply their classroom knowledge to practical, career-oriented challenges. This unique educational model fosters a culture of innovation and inquiry, helping students develop the foundational skills and mindset necessary for post-secondary education and diverse career pathways in STEM fields.
90
Total Students
5.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Innovations STEM Academy
Demographic Student Count
White71
Hispanic13
Black3
Asian1
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • White
    71 (78.9%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (14.4%)
  • Black
    3 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (1.1%)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sparta Area School District
Phone: (608)366-3497
Website: http://www.spartan.org/schools/innovations-stem-academy
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 90
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 23
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 6 33
Grade 7 30
Grade 8 27

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Innovations STEM Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 633
Grade 730
Grade 827
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Innovations STEM Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4347.8%
Male4752.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)