Serving 881 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sand Hill Elementary School's student population of 881 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Campus Size
25 acres
School Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Hill Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
6%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Hill Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sand Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlow Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School, South Effingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary School?
881 students attend Sand Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sand Hill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Hill Elementary School?
Sand Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sand Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sand Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Hill Elementary School part of?
Sand Hill Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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