BIG SANDY ISD

Located at 401 Wildcat Drive in Big Sandy, Texas, the Big Sandy Independent School District is an active, traditional public school system serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Nestled in a distant rural setting within the broader Longview metropolitan area, this non-charter district operates three distinct school campuses dedicated to delivering comprehensive primary and secondary education. As a cornerstone of its local community, Big Sandy ISD offers an inclusive academic continuum that guides young learners from early childhood development all the way through high school graduation.

The district maintains a close-knit learning environment with a total student body of 649 learners. Big Sandy ISD reflects a diverse rural demographic, serving a population of 435 White students, 95 Hispanic students, 71 Black students, and 47 students of two or more races, with balanced enrollment across all grade levels. To cultivate academic success and student well-being, the district is backed by a robust professional workforce comprising approximately 122 full-time equivalent teachers, 11 instructional aides, and 96 support staff members, bringing total district staffing to over 229 full-time equivalent personnel. This generous staffing scale allows Big Sandy ISD to offer small class sizes, personalized instructional support, and a nurturing environment tailored to preparing East Texas youth for higher education and future careers.