Fairfield Middle vs Sandston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
936 students
Sandston Elementary
Sandston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
201 students
| Measure | Fairfield Middle Richmond, Virginia | Sandston Elementary Sandston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #298 of 340 | #538 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5084 of 15,369 | #9481 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 936 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 936 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 87% |
| city | Richmond | Sandston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandston Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 61.8).
- •Sandston Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 68%).
- •Sandston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 66%).
- •Sandston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 91%).
- •Sandston Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.4).
- •Fairfield Middle is the larger school with 936 students compared with 201.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fairfield Middle better than Sandston Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sandston Elementary ranks higher (72.7 vs 61.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fairfield Middle and Sandston Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Sandston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Middle: 936. Sandston Elementary: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Middle and Sandston Elementary rank in Virginia?
Fairfield Middle is 298th of 340 and Sandston Elementary is 538th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).