Average
#442 of 967 schools in NE
Top 46% in state
Sandy Creek High School
High School · SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5
30671 HWY 14, Fairfield, NE 68938
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#442 of 967
In Fairfield
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Sandy Creek High School
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About Sandy Creek High School
Sandy Creek High School is a public high school in Fairfield, NE, part of SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5. Sandy Creek High School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandy Creek High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #442 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Sandy Creek High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Sandy Creek High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Sandy Creek High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Sandy Creek High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Sandy Creek High School — Students at Sandy Creek High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Sandy Creek High School Compares
See how Sandy Creek 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
30671 HWY 14, Fairfield, NE 68938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandy Creek High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Sutton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CECILIA MIDDLE SCH/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Hastings), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARVARD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Harvard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SANDY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvard | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HARVARD HIGH SCHOOL Harvard | 13.2 mi | 7.7 |
| HARVARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Harvard | 13.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LAWRENCE/NELSON HIGH SCH Nelson | 16.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LAWRENCE - NELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Nelson | 16.4 mi | 2.8 |
| LAWRENCE/NELSON ELEMENTARY SCH Lawrence | 14.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutton | 16.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL Sutton | 16.3 mi | 8.3 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT MIDDLE SCH Davenport | 15.2 mi | 7.1 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/DAVENPT Davenport | 15.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SHICKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shickley | 17.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SHICKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shickley | 17.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GILTNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Giltner | 23.9 mi | 4.7 |
| GILTNER HIGH SCHOOL Giltner | 23.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 20.1 mi | 3.1 |
| ST CECILIA MIDDLE SCH/HIGH SCHOOL Hastings | 20.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 20.9 mi | 4.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings | 20.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,821
Median Home Value
$183,400
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
455
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL Overton, NE | 6.6 |
| ROCK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bassett, NE | 6.6 |
| CRAWFORD HIGH SCHOOL Crawford, NE | 6.5 |
| STERLING HIGH SCHOOL Sterling, NE | 6.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge, NE | 6.7 |
| DESHLER HIGH SCHOOL Deshler, NE | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandy Creek High School
What grades does Sandy Creek High School serve?
Sandy Creek High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sandy Creek High School?
Sandy Creek High School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandy Creek High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Creek High School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandy Creek High School rank in NE?
Sandy Creek High School ranks #442 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Sandy Creek High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandy Creek High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Sandy Creek High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandy Creek High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sandy Creek High School a charter school?
No, Sandy Creek High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandy Creek High School a Title I school?
No, Sandy Creek High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandy Creek High School?
44.4% of students at Sandy Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (402) 726-2151
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5- District Enrollment
- 733
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,597
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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