Big Sandy High School or Big Sandy School is a public high school located in Dallardsville, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Big Sandy Independent School District in Polk County, Texas. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Big Sandy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Sandy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Sandy School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
Big Sandy ISD will promote in all students a strong sense of academic achievement, positive self-image, and a desire to become responsible, productive citizens in our ever-changing society.
School Rankings
Big Sandy School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Sandy School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3363 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
20%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
60%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Sandy School's ranking?
Big Sandy School is ranked #3363 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Big Sandy School often compared to?
Big Sandy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kountze Middle School, Livingston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Sandy School?
The graduation rate of Big Sandy School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Big Sandy School?
506 students attend Big Sandy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Big Sandy School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Sandy School?
Big Sandy School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Sandy School offer ?
Big Sandy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Big Sandy School part of?
Big Sandy School is part of Big Sandy Independent School District.
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