Serving 604 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Grove Middle serves the eastern part of Lumber Bridge, NC, covering an area of approximately 71.9 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the zone edge being about 9.3 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Sandy Grove Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
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 Calendar
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 0.72. 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)
(21-22)38%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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?
604 students attend Sandy Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Sandy Grove Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 11% 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 18:1, 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.
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