Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
76%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School's ranking?
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School often compared to?
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School?
379 students attend Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School?
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School offer ?
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School part of?
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School is part of Moore County Schools.
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