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School County Upshur County District Big Sandy ISDBig Sandy High School

Big Sandy High School

401 Wildcat Dr, Big Sandy, TX, 75755
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Public School BIG SANDY ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

Average

TEA Ratings

Scaled Score
Student Achievement	77
Student Progress	71
Closing Performance Gaps	60
Overall	72

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Post-Secondary

Comparative Academic Growth

Comparative Closing the Gaps

Big Sandy High School Student / Staff Statistics ->
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Discover Excellence at Big Sandy High School

Welcome to Big Sandy High School, nestled in the heart of the friendly town of Big Sandy, Texas, at the prime location of 401 Wildcat Drive. As a proud member of the Big Sandy Independent School District, our high school stands as a beacon of academic excellence and community spirit.

Experienced and Dedicated Faculty
At Big Sandy High School, we are proud to boast a team of 20 highly qualified teachers, each bringing an average of 18 years of invaluable experience in education. Our faculty’s dedication is unmatched, with a commitment that has spanned an average of 5 years at our institution. Their expertise and passion for teaching shape a nurturing and effective learning environment tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.

Optimal Learning Environment
With a total enrollment of 199 students, Big Sandy High School offers a close-knit community where every student is a familiar face. Our favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 9.90 ensures that each student receives personalized attention, fostering an environment where students are not just numbers, but young individuals with potential waiting to be unlocked. This intimate setting is complemented by the support of 3 dedicated educational aids, further enriching our students' educational experience.

A Commitment to Holistic Development
Big Sandy High School is not just about academic achievement; it’s about developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for the challenges of the future. Our curriculum is designed to empower students, providing them with the skills and knowledge they need to excel both in their studies and their personal lives.

Be Part of Our Community
We invite you to become a part of our thriving school community. For more details or to arrange a visit, please call us at (903) 636-5287 ext:221. Discover how your child can thrive at Big Sandy High School, where we’re not just teaching, we’re building a brighter future one student at a time.

Join us at Big Sandy High School—where education meets dedication and community.

School Summary

Public School

Grade Span

09-12

Enrollment

191

Is Charter

Address

401 WILDCAT DR, BIG SANDY, TX, 75755
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Principal

MRS HELENE CORTINAS

School District

BIG SANDY ISD

Phone

(903) 636-5287 ext:221

County

Upshur County

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Big Sandy High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group	Number	Percent
African American	24	12.57%
Hispanic	23	12.04%
White	128	67.02%
Asian	1	0.52%
Native American	0	0.00%
Two or More Races	15	7.85%
Total Students	191	100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged	91	47.64%
Limited English Proficiency	4	2.09%

Program/Count/Percent
Program	Count	Percent
Bilingual	4	2.09%
Gifted & Talented	12	6.28%
Special Education	28	14.66%
Teacher Student Ratio		9.30 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience	Count	Percent
Over 30 years	5	23.41%
20 - 30 years	4	20.00%
10 - 20 years	3	15.61%
6 - 10 years	2	9.76%
1- 5 years	3	12.20%
Beginning Teacher	4	18.54%
Teacher Experience Average	18.10 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average	5.00 yrs

Teacher Type	Number	Percent
Total Teachers	21	100%
Female Teachers	16	79.02 %
Male Teachers	4	20.98 %
School Admin	3
School Support	1
Edu Aids	2
Special Education	2

Big Sandy High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group	All Subjects	Read/ELA	Math	Science	Soc Studies
ALL	80%	68%	78%	93%	98%
African American	79%	69%	73%	100%	*%
Hispanic	75%	63%	67%	88%	100%
White	81%	70%	78%	94%	96%
Asian	*%	*%	*%	*%	%
Two or More Races	77%	60%	100%	83%	100%
Economically Disadvantaged	78%	66%	77%	91%	96%
Male Students	72%	57%	72%	89%	94%
Female Students	87%	78%	84%	96%	100%
Special Education	54%	26%	64%	75%	100%
Limited English Proficiency	50%	17%	*%	*%	*%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group	% Tested	SAT Avg	ACT Avg	Abv Criteria
ALL	97.1	904	*	17.6
African American	*	*	n/a	*
Hispanic	*	*	n/a	*
White	100	916	*	19.2
Asian	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Two or More Races	*	*	n/a	*
Male Students	100	872	n/a	15
Female Students	93.3	951	*	21.4
Special Education	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Eco Disadvantaged	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group	Read Ready	Math Ready	Both Ready	Graduated	GED	Cont.	Dropout
ALL	42.9	37.1	28.6	100	n/a	n/a	n/a
African American	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Hispanic	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
White	50	38.5	34.6	100	n/a	n/a	n/a
Asian	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Two or More Races	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Male Students	n/a	n/a	n/a	100	n/a	n/a	n/a
Female Students	n/a	n/a	n/a	100	n/a	n/a	n/a
Special Education	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Eco Disadvantaged	33.3	19	9.5	100	n/a	n/a	n/a