Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Sandy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Sandy Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Tuscaloosa County School System is to educate and empower all students to be college and career-ready graduates — prepared to make positive contributions to our global society.
School Rankings
Big Sandy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Sandy Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#395 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
51%
31%
White
39%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Sandy Elementary School's ranking?
Big Sandy Elementary School is ranked #395 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Big Sandy Elementary School often compared to?
Big Sandy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moundville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Big Sandy Elementary School?
522 students attend Big Sandy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Big Sandy Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Sandy Elementary School?
Big Sandy Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Sandy Elementary School offer ?
Big Sandy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Sandy Elementary School part of?
Big Sandy Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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