Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandy Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Ridge Elementary serves the west part of Waxhaw, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Ridge Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sandy Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.62, 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
#70 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #70 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sandy Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Sandy Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Elementary School, Rea View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sandy Ridge Elementary School?
528 students attend Sandy Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sandy Ridge Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% 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 16:1, which is higher than 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 Union County School District.
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