Serving 1,438 students in grades 7-8, Sandburg Middle School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandburg Middle School's student population of 1,438 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandburg Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
16%
22%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Sandburg Middle School is ranked #806 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Middle School?
1,438 students attend Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sandburg Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandburg Middle School?
Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandburg Middle School part of?
Sandburg Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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