Serving 892 students in grades 3-6, The Sandusky Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Osborne Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Sandusky, OH, covering approximately 9.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Sandusky Intermediate School's student population of 892 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
892 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The Sandusky Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Sandusky Intermediate School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2398 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
34%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
34%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
23%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sandusky Intermediate School's ranking?
The Sandusky Intermediate School is ranked #2398 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are The Sandusky Intermediate School often compared to?
The Sandusky Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Sandusky Primary School, The Early Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend The Sandusky Intermediate School?
892 students attend The Sandusky Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of The Sandusky Intermediate School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Sandusky Intermediate School?
The Sandusky Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Sandusky Intermediate School offer ?
The Sandusky Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Sandusky Intermediate School part of?
The Sandusky Intermediate School is part of Sandusky City School District.
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