BIG SANDY H S
189 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Big Sandy High School, located at 401 Wildcat Drive in Big Sandy, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Big Sandy Independent School District. As a small, rural public high school, it functions as the heart of the community, fostering a close-knit environment where students are encouraged to pursue academic success while participating in a variety of extracurricular activities. The school takes great pride in its "Wildcat" mascot, maintaining a strong tradition of school spirit that emphasizes both athletic competitiveness and community involvement.
The school is dedicated to preparing its students for life after graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, attend a technical school, or pursue higher education. By balancing a traditional academic curriculum with career-readiness programs, Big Sandy High School strives to equip its student body with the essential skills and values needed to succeed in their future endeavors. Its location in the quiet, supportive setting of Big Sandy allows for a personalized learning experience, where faculty and staff are committed to providing individual attention to help every student reach their full potential.
The school is dedicated to preparing its students for life after graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, attend a technical school, or pursue higher education. By balancing a traditional academic curriculum with career-readiness programs, Big Sandy High School strives to equip its student body with the essential skills and values needed to succeed in their future endeavors. Its location in the quiet, supportive setting of Big Sandy allows for a personalized learning experience, where faculty and staff are committed to providing individual attention to help every student reach their full potential.
189
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
8.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 131 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| Black | 19 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White131 (69.3 %)
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Black19 (10.1 %)
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Two or More19 (10.1 %)
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Hispanic18 (9.5 %)
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American Indian2 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | BIG SANDY ISD |
| Phone: | (903)636-5287 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 189 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 87 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
51
Grade 10
52
Grade 11
43
Grade 12
43
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 51 |
| Grade 10 | 52 |
| Grade 11 | 43 |
| Grade 12 | 43 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 84 | 44.4% |
| Male | 105 | 55.6% |
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