For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 695 students in Sandston, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Sandston, VA is Elko Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandston, VA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in Sandston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Sandston, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in Sandston, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Sandston, VA include Elko Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Sandston?
1 public middle schools are located in Sandston.
What is the racial composition of students in Sandston?
Sandston public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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