Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Creek Elementary School's student population of 209 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Creek Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sandy Creek Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sandy Creek Elementary School?
209 students attend Sandy Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sandy Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Creek Elementary School?
Sandy Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandy Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sandy Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sandy Creek Elementary School part of?
Sandy Creek Elementary School is part of South Central Nebraska Unified 5 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2016
I would recommend this school. The teachers and staff do a great job of maintaining the facilities as well as a great environment for learning. The administration is developing curriculum that is challenging the students but also rewarding them for their successes. There are many programs for those that WANT to participate ranging from sports, to band, to chess clubs. If you have a want there is a way.
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