Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandston Elementary School's student population of 201 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Sandston 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 Sandston Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#952 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
27%
21%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Henrico County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandston Elementary School's ranking?
Sandston Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sandston Elementary School often compared to?
Sandston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sandston Elementary School?
201 students attend Sandston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sandston Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandston Elementary School?
Sandston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandston Elementary School offer ?
Sandston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandston Elementary School part of?
Sandston Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teachers are good. The principal is inexperienced and negligent. No full-time art, music, guidance, p.e., or assistant principal. Used to be great - safety and funding are issues
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