For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,821 students in Sandston, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 106 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Sandston, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Sandston, VA are Sandston Elementary School, Seven Pines Elementary School and Cashell Donahoe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandston, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Sandston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sandston, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandston Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7 Naglee Ave
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4055
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4055
Gr: PK-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Seven Pines Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Beulah Rd
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4065
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4065
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Cashell Donahoe Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Graves Rd
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4035
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4035
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Elko Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5901 Elko Road
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4110
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 328-4110
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sandston, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Sandston, VA include Sandston Elementary School, Seven Pines Elementary School and Cashell Donahoe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sandston?
4 public schools are located in Sandston.
What percentage of students in Sandston go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Sandston are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sandston?
Sandston public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Sandston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Sandston include: Sandston Elementary School vs. Seven Pines Elementary School, Seven Pines Elementary School vs. Sandston Elementary School
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