Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sand Hill 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 equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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
Top Rankings
Sand Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sand Hill School's student population of 267 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Hill 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 School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. 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
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
45%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
31%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Hill School's ranking?
Sand Hill School is ranked #343 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
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 School?
267 students attend Sand Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sand Hill School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Hill School?
Sand Hill School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sand Hill School offer ?
Sand Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Hill School part of?
Sand Hill School is part of Greene County Schools.
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