Serving 97 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Sandy Creek Middle School's student population of 97 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Creek Middle School is ranked #320 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sandy Creek Middle School?
97 students attend Sandy Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sandy Creek Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Creek Middle School?
Sandy Creek Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek Middle School offer ?
Sandy Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Creek Middle School part of?
Sandy Creek Middle School is part of South Central Nebraska Unified 5 School District.
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