Sandhills Primary serves 510 students in grades 1-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 81%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Math Proficiency: 65%
- Reading Proficiency: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandhills Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sandhills Primary's student population of 510 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sandhills Primary is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)71%
81%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% SC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% SC state average).
How many students attend Sandhills Primary?
510 students attend Sandhills Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sandhills Primary students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandhills Primary?
Sandhills Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandhills Primary offer ?
Sandhills Primary offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandhills Primary part of?
Sandhills Primary is part of Lexington 04 School District.
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