Serving 765 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandersville Elementary serves the northwest part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge being 4.8 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandersville Elementary School's student population of 765 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Sandersville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandersville Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
33%
11%
White
35%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #167 out of 1,250 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 Southern Elementary School, Rosa Parks Elementary School, Wellington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sandersville Elementary School?
765 students attend Sandersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sandersville Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandersville Elementary School?
Sandersville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandersville Elementary School offer ?
Sandersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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