Very Good
#374 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 28% in state
Sand Rock High School
School · Cherokee County
1950 Sand Rock Avenue, Sand Rock, AL 35983
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#374 of 1,356
In district
#5 of 7
Cherokee County
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Sand Rock High School
Sand Rock High School is a public school in Sand Rock, AL, part of Cherokee County. Sand Rock High School serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sand Rock High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #374 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Sand Rock High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Sand Rock High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Sand Rock High School — Students at Sand Rock High School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Sand Rock High School Compares
See how Sand Rock High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1950 Sand Rock Avenue, Sand Rock, AL 35983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sand Rock High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Collinsville High School (rated 8.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Collinsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fyffe High School (rated 8.2/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Fyffe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gaylesville High School (rated 8.1/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Gaylesville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sand Rock, see our Sand Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collinsville High School Collinsville | 5.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Ruhuma Junior High School Fort Payne | 8.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Cherokee County High School Centre | 8.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Centre Elementary School Centre | 8.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Centre Middle School Centre | 9.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Cedar Bluff High School Cedar Bluff | 9.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Gaylesville High School Gaylesville | 12.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Williams Avenue Elementary School Fort Payne | 15.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Crossville Middle School Crossville | 13.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Crossville High School Crossville | 13.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Gaston High School Gadsden | 15.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Gaston Elementary School Gadsden | 15.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Crossville Elementary School Crossville | 14.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Plainview School Rainsville | 17.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Fyffe High School Fyffe | 16.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Hokes Bluff High School Hokes Bluff | 16.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Duck Springs Elementary School Attalla | 14.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Wills Valley Elementary School Fort Payne | 17.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Geraldine School Geraldine | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Fort Payne High School Fort Payne | 17.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,329
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
3,782
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
89.8%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
37.1
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| Cedar Bluff High School Cedar Bluff, AL | 7.8 |
| Sulligent School Sulligent, AL | 7.8 |
| Sylvania School Sylvania, AL | 7.9 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile, AL | 7.6 |
| Ider School Ider, AL | 8.0 |
| Luverne High School Luverne, AL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sand Rock High School
What grades does Sand Rock High School serve?
Sand Rock High School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sand Rock High School?
Sand Rock High School has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Rock High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sand Rock High School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sand Rock High School rank in AL?
Sand Rock High School ranks #374 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Sand Rock High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sand Rock High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sand Rock High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sand Rock High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sand Rock High School a charter school?
No, Sand Rock High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sand Rock High School a Title I school?
No, Sand Rock High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sand Rock High School?
60.2% of students at Sand Rock High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 804
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cherokee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (256) 557-3825
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Cherokee County- District Enrollment
- 3,917
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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