Serving 233 students in grades 9-12, Sandy Creek High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Sandy Creek High School's student population of 233 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Sandy Creek High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek High School is 0.06, 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
#561 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek High School's ranking?
Sandy Creek High School is ranked #561 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Sandy Creek High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sandy Creek High School?
233 students attend Sandy Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sandy Creek High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Creek High School?
Sandy Creek High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek High School offer ?
Sandy Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandy Creek High School part of?
Sandy Creek High School is part of Sandy Creek Central School District.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2012
I went to this school and it is a very good school and good teachers. =] miss it actually.
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