Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sand Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Ridge Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Blue and Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Ridge Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1195 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)53%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
62%
42%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1195 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sand Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queens Creek Elementary School, Swansboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sand Ridge Elementary School?
527 students attend Sand Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sand Ridge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Ridge Elementary School?
Sand Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Sand Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Ridge Elementary School part of?
Sand Ridge Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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