Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Sandusky Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandusky Middle serves the southern part of Lynchburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 22.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandusky Middle School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandusky Middle 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 Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1627 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky Middle School's ranking?
Sandusky Middle School is ranked #1627 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sandusky Middle School?
583 students attend Sandusky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sandusky Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandusky Middle School?
Sandusky Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandusky Middle School offer ?
Sandusky Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandusky Middle School part of?
Sandusky Middle School is part of Lynchburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandusky Middle School located?
Sandusky Middle School is located in the Sandusky neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandusky.
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