Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandusky Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandusky Elementary serves the southwest part of Lynchburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandusky Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
We Do It Better When We Do It Together
School Rankings
Sandusky Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandusky Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1171 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
51%
21%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky Elementary School's ranking?
Sandusky Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sandusky Elementary School often compared to?
Sandusky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leesville Road Elementary School, Robert S. Payne Elementary School, Gretna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sandusky Elementary School?
316 students attend Sandusky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sandusky Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandusky Elementary School?
Sandusky Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandusky Elementary School offer ?
Sandusky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandusky Elementary School part of?
Sandusky Elementary School is part of Lynchburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandusky Elementary School located?
Sandusky Elementary School is located in the Sandusky neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandusky.
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