Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sandy Grove Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Sandy Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Grove Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1861 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Sandy Grove Elementary School is ranked #1861 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sandy Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Sandy Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawk Eye Elementary School, Rockfish Hoke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sandy Grove Elementary School?
561 students attend Sandy Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Sandy Grove Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Grove Elementary School?
Sandy Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandy Grove Elementary School offer ?
Sandy Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Sandy Grove Elementary School part of?
Sandy Grove Elementary School is part of Hoke County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 2/21/2022
Sandy Grove was a great school. The past year with a new principal, I have had bad experiences. She doesn''t spend time with students and has no personality. My children so far do not like the way school is since she has taken over. So, the school board may need to start asking questions and looking into it.
5 9/18/2014
Sandy Grove has an excellent special education program. Our child has increased in progress, and we feel that we are very fortunate to have our child attend Sandy Grove Elementary. Another plus is that a new Sandy Grove Middle School has been built, and there are plans for a high school in the near future.
5 6/8/2010
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SCHOOLS IN N.C.
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