Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandy Creek Middle School's student population of 172 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2511 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Creek Middle School is ranked #2511 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sandy Creek Middle School?
172 students attend Sandy Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sandy Creek Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Creek Middle School?
Sandy Creek Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek Middle School offer ?
Sandy Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Sandy Creek Middle School part of?
Sandy Creek Middle School is part of Sandy Creek Central School District.
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