Very Good
#498 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 19% in state
Sand Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Onslow County Schools
868 Sand Ridge Road, Hubert, NC 28539
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#498 of 2,648
In district
#4 of 39
Onslow County Schools
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sand Ridge Elementary
Sand Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Hubert, NC, part of Onslow County Schools. Sand Ridge Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sand Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Sand Ridge Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Sand Ridge Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sand Ridge Elementary — Students at Sand Ridge Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 8.3/10.
How Sand Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Sand Ridge Elementary 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
868 Sand Ridge Road, Hubert, NC 28539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sand Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swansboro Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Swansboro), with a very similar rating. Another option is White Oak Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Cape Carteret), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morton Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Jacksonville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hubert, see our Hubert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swansboro High Swansboro | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Queens Creek Elementary Swansboro | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Swansboro Middle Swansboro | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Swansboro Elementary Swansboro | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Silverdale Elementary Maysville | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
| White Oak Elementary Cape Carteret | 8.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Morton Elementary Jacksonville | 9.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hunters Creek Middle Jacksonville | 9.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Hunters Creek Elementary Jacksonville | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville | 10.5 mi | 6.7 |
| MILESTONES ACADEMY Jacksonville | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| White Oak High Jacksonville | 11.1 mi | 5.0 |
| VILLAGE ACADEMY Jacksonville | 11.4 mi | — |
| Bell Fork Elementary Jacksonville | 12.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Onslow Early College Jacksonville | 12.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Northside High Jacksonville | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SHILOH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Jacksonville | 13.5 mi | — |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology Jacksonville | 13.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville | 13.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Jacksonville Commons Middle Jacksonville | 14.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,280
Median Home Value
$207,200
Median Rent
$1,176/mo
Population
17,900
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carthage Elementary Carthage, NC | 7.9 |
| Coltrane-Webb Elementary Concord, NC | 7.9 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham, NC | 7.9 |
| Eastover-Central Elementary Eastover, NC | 7.9 |
| Florence Elementary High Point, NC | 7.9 |
| Glen Arden Elementary Arden, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sand Ridge Elementary
What grades does Sand Ridge Elementary serve?
Sand Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sand Ridge Elementary?
Sand Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sand Ridge Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sand Ridge Elementary rank in NC?
Sand Ridge Elementary ranks #498 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Sand Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sand Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sand Ridge Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sand Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Sand Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sand Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sand Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sand Ridge Elementary?
60.4% of students at Sand Ridge Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Onslow County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (910) 326-5199
Resources & Links
District
Onslow County Schools- District Enrollment
- 27,592
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,056
- District Rank
- #4 of 39
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