Serving 230 students in grades 9-12, Sandy Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Creek High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 204 square miles in Sandy Creek, NY. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 20.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Creek High School's student population of 230 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Creek High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek High School's ranking?
Sandy Creek High School is ranked #1223 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sandy Creek High School often compared to?
Sandy Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School, Pulaski Middle-high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Sandy Creek High School?
230 students attend Sandy Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sandy Creek High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Creek High School?
Sandy Creek High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek High School offer ?
Sandy Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandy Creek High School part of?
Sandy Creek High School is part of Sandy Creek Central School District.
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