Serving 703 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North Sand Mountain School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Sand Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Sand Mountain School's student population of 703 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
North Sand Mountain School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Sand Mountain School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
21%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
76%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Sand Mountain School's ranking?
North Sand Mountain School is ranked #237 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are North Sand Mountain School often compared to?
North Sand Mountain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant School, North Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Sand Mountain School?
The graduation rate of North Sand Mountain School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Sand Mountain School?
703 students attend North Sand Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Sand Mountain School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Sand Mountain School?
North Sand Mountain School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Sand Mountain School offer ?
North Sand Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Sand Mountain School part of?
North Sand Mountain School is part of Jackson County School District.
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