Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sandridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandridge Elementary School serves the entire district in Chicago Heights, IL, covering approximately 4.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandridge Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandridge Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3498 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
71%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandridge Elementary School's ranking?
Sandridge Elementary School is ranked #3498 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sandridge Elementary School often compared to?
Sandridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wagoner Elementary School, Rickover Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sandridge Elementary School?
423 students attend Sandridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sandridge Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandridge Elementary School?
Sandridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandridge Elementary School offer ?
Sandridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sandridge Elementary School part of?
Sandridge Elementary School is part of Sandridge SD 172 School District.
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