Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandersville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sandersville Elementary School's student population of 679 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandersville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandersville Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
29%
11%
White
44%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandersville Elementary School's ranking?
Sandersville Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sandersville Elementary School often compared to?
Sandersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wellington Elementary School, Rosa Parks Elementary School, Southern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Sandersville Elementary School?
679 students attend Sandersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sandersville Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandersville Elementary School?
Sandersville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandersville Elementary School offer ?
Sandersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandersville Elementary School part of?
Sandersville Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandersville Elementary School located?
Sandersville Elementary School is located in the Masterson Station neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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