It is part of the Big Sandy Independent School District in southwestern Upshur County, Texas In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.

[2] The Big Sandy Wildcats compete in Cross Country, Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Track, Powerlifting, Softball, and Baseball.

[3] Co-Champ with Celina The 1975 Big Sandy Wildcats football team is considered one of the most dominant in the history of Texas high school football.

The offense scored a still national record 114 rushing touchdowns, of whom running back David Overstreet made 52 alone.

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