Best Schools in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sandy Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Stokes County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$185,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$185,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sandy Ridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandy Ridge Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $49,632
- Median home value
- $185,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sandy Ridge compares
Median household income
$50k
73% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina
Sandy Ridge, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Sandy Ridge perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sandy Ridge is Sandy Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sandy Ridge is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,585 students.
Sandy Ridge's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,632. The poverty rate in the area is 18.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 175 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
Schools in Sandy Ridge
Sandy Ridge, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,632
Median Home Value
$185,600
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
2,285
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Community Profile
Sandy Ridge has a median household income of $49,632. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,600, with a median rent of $573/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina
How many schools are in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
Sandy Ridge has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sandy Ridge is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Sandy Ridge on MySchoolScout is Sandy Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sandy Ridge on MySchoolScout is Sandy Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
Sandy Ridge is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools.
What is the education level in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Sandy Ridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
The median household income in Sandy Ridge is approximately $49,632 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sandy Ridge is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.