Serving 1,189 students in grades 9-12, Sandy Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Creek High School serves the northwest part of Tyrone, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 53.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Creek High School's student population of 1,189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Creek High 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 Sandy Creek High School is 0.57, 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
#474 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, white and navy
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek High School's ranking?
Sandy Creek High School is ranked #474 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sandy Creek High School often compared to?
Sandy Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcintosh High School, Fayette County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Sandy Creek High School?
1,189 students attend Sandy Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sandy Creek High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Creek High School?
Sandy Creek High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek High School offer ?
Sandy Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Creek High School part of?
Sandy Creek High School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Reviews
Review Sandy Creek High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
