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Sparta, Missouri Sparta is a city in Christian County, Missouri, United States. The population was 1,144 at the 2000 census. In 2006 the population was estimated to be around 1,600. Sparta is the 3rd largest city in Christian County in terms of population. The city's website is http://www.spartamo.com.Sparta is part of the Springfield, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area. Geography Sparta is located in missouri 37°0′1″N 93°5′0″W / 37.00028°N 93.083333°W / 37.00028; -93.083333 (37.000320, -93.083407).According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.9 square miles (2.3 km²), all of it land. Demographics As of the census of 2000, there were 1,144 people, 463 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,304.3 people per square mile (501.9/km²). There were 509 housing units at an average density of 580.3/sq mi (223.3/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 96.50% White, 0.26% African American, 0.87% Native American, 0.35% Asian, 0.35% from other races, and 1.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.22% of the population.There were 463 households out of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.0% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.92.In the city the population was spread out with 30.9% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females there were 80.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.2 males.The median income for a household in the city was $22,768, and the median income for a family was $27,981. Males had a median income of $25,227 versus $17,206 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,869. About 14.3% of families and 87.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 32.1% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over. Sparta R-III School District The Sparta R-III School District is a K-12 institution of about 760 students that serves Sparta and the surrounding area. The district is fully accredited and even achieved Accredited With Distinction in Performance for the 2005-2006, 2006–2007, 2007–2008, and 2008-2009 school years, the highest honor a school in Missouri can receive.'Earning Distinction in Performance is a significant accomplishment and a prestigious honor. A school district must be performing at a high level or making steady progress in all areas of academic achievement. This award is a point of pride for students, teachers, administrators and the entire community. I commend all of this year’s recipients,' said Commissioner of Education D. Kent KingThe school offers a wide range of classes and sports/activities for the students to participate in. The school's sports programs (represented by their mascot the Trojan) have seen considerable success over the past few years with the baseball and boy's basketball teams each winning their respective district and conference championships during the years of 2002-2004, with the baseball team taking 1st place at the MSHSAA Class 1A State Championship in 2003 and 4th place in 2004. The school's softball team has gone undefeated during their Spring seasons during 2006 and 2007 while also capturing the SWCL (Southwest Central League) conference championship becoming the 2x defending champions heading into the 2008 season. The boys track team also captured the SWCL championship in 2006. The 2008 volleyball squad defeated New Covenant for the Class 1 District 6 championship. The 2008 boy cross country team qualified for the state championships for the first time in nearly a decade by winning the Class 1 District 5 Championship. The 2008-09 girl's basketball team finished a perfect 31-0 and captured the Girls Class 2 State Championship. The boys baseball team is projected to win state this year because of their amazing talent and outstanding pitching. Brad Freeman is the best pitcher on the team as he throws gas and strikes out many batter with a sick curve. Bradley is however known to be very concussion prone. Brice Kissee hits on average ten home runs a season. Josh Jenkins is the starting second baseman who is a dominant force at the place because of his bat speed and power. He also shows promise to be a the future starting catcher. Kyle Lafferty is a great utility player and is quick. He is known for his foot speed and base running abilities. The 2011 Sparta High School baseball team is in contention for another state championship.The School District is currently in the planning stages of a major expansion/renovation. On November 3, 2009 voters will decide on a bond issue and levy increase to build a new high school. If voters approve, the new high school is expected to be ready by the 2011-2012 school year. August 7th, 2007 Elections (Park Tax) If approved by voters, the sales tax in Sparta would go up a half-cent to create a city park. Sparta's current sales tax of 6.725 cents on the dollar would jump to 7.225 cents for seven years and then back off to 6.975 cents.Revenue would be used to purchase, construct and maintain a park at a location to be determined.The half-cent hike 'would only add about 50 cents on a $100 purchase,' said city clerk Jane Sherrow.This is only the first step. No land would be purchased until the money is available, she added.'Council members have looked at different areas in town, but not too many sites are available. First we'll have to get the money.'Resident Marlena Burks — who was instrumental in getting the issue placed on the ballot — said that more than a dozen children live on her block alone.'In the afternoons and evenings, families get out and play with our kids,' she said. 'It would really be nice to have a place that's not in the road and also a healthy environment.'The city currently has no park, Sherrow said.The Tax Increase was passed by voters with a margin of 93-70. The tax will go into effect January, 2008. The city is currently contacting land-owners for ideas for a location for the park.In October 2008, the Sparta Board of Aldermen created a 5-member Park Board that will oversee the development and operations of the new city park. The Park Board will be appointed by the Mayor and will oversee the construction and operations of any future park. Board members must live in the City Limits of Sparta. As of November 2008, no specific person has been named to the board. The Park Board will report to the City Council and all decisions will be approved by the Board of Alderman.In January 2009, the City approved the purchase of roughly 12 acres (49,000 m2) for the new City park. The City and the Park Board are currently exploring what exactly the park should include. As of now plans are for playground equipment, a baseball/softball field, and possibly a walking trail.In June 2009, the City had given approval for the Park Board to proceed with exploring financing options in order to buy playground equipment and to put up a fence around the park land. November 3rd Tax Initiative (County Library Branch) If the voters of Christian County approve a property tax initiative on November 3, 2009 that will finance three new facilities for the Christian County Library. As of now, plans are to build two 5,000-square-foot (460 m2) branches (one in Sparta and the other in Clever) and a 35,000-square-foot (3,300 m2) branch (built between Nixa and Ozark) to serve as the main branch. As of June 16, only the land for the Clever sight has been purchased however the land for the two other locations are currently in talks. With this, a branch of the Christian County Library will be within 10 miles (16 km) of nearly 90% of all Christian County residents.