Big Sandy High School

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Big Sandy High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
401 N Wildcat Dr,  Big Sandy, TX
Big Sandy Independent School District (Big Sandy)
3.6
2.3
191 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Kim Stradley
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
530
Verbal
530
Average ACT
18
Math
18
English
18
Reading
18
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
11%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
356:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
White
67%
Black
12.6%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
7.9%
Asian
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Tyler Junior College 54 Students
University of Texas - Tyler 44 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 38 Students
Texas A&M University 37 Students
University of Texas - Austin 29 Students
Texas Tech University 25 Students
Baylor University 24 Students
Kilgore College 22 Students
Texas State University 20 Students
University of Texas - Arlington 18 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 18 Students
Nursing 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 9 Students
Biology 6 Students
Small Business Management 5 Students
Engineering 4 Students
Education 4 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 4 Students
Agricultural Business 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 40 Reviews
4.0
10/31/2024
It was enjoyable. The people there were always nice. The problem lacks with the school funding. The limited classes made it hard for people to try out new things.
4.0 Sophomore
10/12/2017
This school is a strong school with many great programs and opportunities for students to succeed. There are strong sports, academics, and extra-curricular organizations so every student can be involved in something if they choose.
3.0 Niche User
9/26/2016
Teachers aren't always open for students ideas and opinions.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.3 3 Reviews
1.0 student
5/6/2024
DO NOT GO HERE theres thugs and gangbangers and dealers. This is not the school for your child if they are a snowflake.
1.0 parent
5/20/2014
Big Sandy High really disappointed me. Their drop out rate is on the rise especially because of the leaders in the school. They do not like to confront and solve problems if it involves one of the star athletes. The bullying is not taken serious and children that go to the counselor are told that th...
5.0 student
11/1/2012
Big Sandy has great teachers they are really nice and help alot in different subjects. I loved that school really much and I want to go back to it because they are really hard working. Also they have a great athletic team.

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Big Sandy High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Big Sandy, TX and is served by the Big Sandy Independent School District (Big Sandy) in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 191 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Big Sandy High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 18. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hawkins High School, Trinity Charter Schools - Big Sandy Campus, Big Sandy Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Big Sandy has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Big Sandy High School.

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