Sandy Creek High School is a public high school in Tyrone, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Fayette County School System. Sandy Creek serves Tyrone, northern Fayetteville, and northern portions of Peachtree City.
Serving 1,179 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- 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%)
- 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 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Red, white and navy
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#474 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
62%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Sandy Creek High School?
1,179 students attend Sandy Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sandy Creek High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Creek High School?
Sandy Creek High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than 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.
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