Serving 91 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sandy Creek Middle School's student population of 91 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#245 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Creek Middle School is ranked #245 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Sandy Creek Middle School?
91 students attend Sandy Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sandy Creek Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Creek Middle School?
Sandy Creek Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek Middle School offer ?
Sandy Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandy Creek Middle School part of?
Sandy Creek Middle School is part of South Central Nebraska Unified 5 School District.
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