Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Hill Elementary School's student population of 733 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Hill Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#695 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
14%
36%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Hill Elementary School is ranked #695 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sand Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ithica Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Glanton-hindsman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary School?
733 students attend Sand Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sand Hill Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Hill Elementary School?
Sand Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sand Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sand Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Hill Elementary School part of?
Sand Hill Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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