Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandy Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Grade School's student population of 327 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Grade School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: None Stated
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Grade School's ranking?
Sandy Grade School is ranked #454 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sandy Grade School often compared to?
Sandy Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelso Elementary School, Oregon Trail Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sandy Grade School?
327 students attend Sandy Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sandy Grade School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Grade School?
Sandy Grade School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Grade School offer ?
Sandy Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Grade School part of?
Sandy Grade School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
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