Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sand Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Hill Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Hill Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
2%
47%
White
94%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Hill Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Sand Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richton Elementary School, South Perry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary School?
300 students attend Sand Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sand Hill Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Hill Elementary School?
Sand Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sand Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sand Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Hill Elementary School part of?
Sand Hill Elementary School is part of Greene County School District.
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