Serving 213 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandy Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Ridge Elementary serves the northeastern part of its school district in Sandy Ridge, NC, covering an area of approximately 65.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Ridge Elementary School's student population of 213 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sandy Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Ridge Elementary School is 0.11, which is less 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
#744 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Sandy Ridge Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sandy Ridge Elementary School?
213 students attend Sandy Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sandy Ridge Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Ridge Elementary School?
Sandy Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandy Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Sandy Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Ridge Elementary School part of?
Sandy Ridge Elementary School is part of Stokes County Schools.
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