Serving 571 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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- 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 571 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 Rea View Elementary School, Marvin 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?
571 students attend Sandy Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sandy Ridge Elementary School students are White, 28% 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
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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