Serving 275 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 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 275 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 25%
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
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 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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?
275 students attend Sandy Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sandy Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Creek Elementary School?
Sandy Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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?
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.
- Posted by Parent - ryanp
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 275 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 25%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
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
