Serving 625 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Grove Middle 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 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sandy Grove Middle School's student population of 625 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 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 Middle 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 Middle 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
#1597 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
29%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Grove Middle School is ranked #1597 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sandy Grove Middle School often compared to?
Sandy Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hoke Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sandy Grove Middle School?
625 students attend Sandy Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Sandy Grove Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Grove Middle School?
Sandy Grove Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandy Grove Middle School offer ?
Sandy Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Sandy Grove Middle School part of?
Sandy Grove Middle School is part of Hoke County Schools School District.
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