Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-2, The Sandusky Primary 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 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Sandusky Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Sandusky Primary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Sandusky Primary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
36%
17%
White
34%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Sandusky Primary School often compared to?
The Sandusky Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Early Learning Academy, The Sandusky Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend The Sandusky Primary School?
433 students attend The Sandusky Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of The Sandusky Primary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Sandusky Primary School?
The Sandusky Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Sandusky Primary School offer ?
The Sandusky Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Sandusky Primary School part of?
The Sandusky Primary School is part of Sandusky City School District.
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