Sand Rock High School

Sand Rock High School is a regular public school located in the rural community of Sand Rock, Alabama, in Cherokee County. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, with a total enrollment of 804 students. The student-teacher ratio is 18.3:1, providing a reasonable amount of individual attention to each student.

Sand Rock High School has 44 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse student body. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 places it in the 52nd percentile among Alabama schools, with a state ranking of 654 out of 1360. In terms of academic performance, 51% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while only 19% meet or exceed proficiency in Math.

These results suggest that the school is focusing on student development and has room for academic growth, particularly in mathematics. The surrounding neighborhood is home to 3,426 people, with a median household income of $60,639 and a median home value of $134,300. About 17% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher, and the poverty rate is 16.6%.

Sand Rock High School is situated in a close-knit rural area that offers a supportive community environment.

Located in a rural area, Sand Rock High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.