Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sand Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West 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 20-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sand Hill Elementary School's student population of 52 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sand Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Hill Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
90%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Hill Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary School?
52 students attend Sand Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sand Hill Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sand Hill Elementary School?
Sand Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sand Hill Elementary School offer ?
Sand Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Hill Elementary School part of?
Sand Hill Elementary School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/4/2021
Amazing I have been going to Sand hill elementary school scents 2nd grade. This school has changed me so much it has changed the way I act and treat students or staff. I think if you moved close to Dallas we you have to enroll in this school and just thinking I have so many new friends speaking of friends shout out to this lovely student Taelynn Zogran she and another student who is not coming to the school right now her name is Macey Taylor she and Taelynn have changed me we go through almost everything together from getting bullied to getting picked on they are the best friends I have ever had thanks to Taelynn Zogran and Macey Taylor and Macey hope to see you soon Love Abigail Wondering what grade I''m in I''m in the fifth grade and shout out to my teacher Mrs.Thomas thanks and a shout out to our principal Mrs.Allender Love u Sand hill elementary school I will miss you
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