Linkhorne Middle vs Sandusky Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linkhorne Middle
Lynchburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
519 students
Sandusky Middle
Lynchburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg, Virginia | Sandusky Middle Lynchburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #303 of 340 | #320 of 340 |
| National rank | #5234 of 15,369 | #6263 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 519 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 60% |
| city | Lynchburg | Lynchburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linkhorne Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 56.4).
- •Linkhorne Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 60%).
- •Linkhorne Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 96.9%).
- •Linkhorne Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Sandusky Middle is the larger school with 583 students compared with 519.
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 Linkhorne Middle better than Sandusky Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Linkhorne Middle ranks higher (61.1 vs 56.4 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 Linkhorne Middle and Sandusky Middle?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Lynchburg and Lynchburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linkhorne Middle: 519. Sandusky Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linkhorne Middle and Sandusky Middle rank in Virginia?
Linkhorne Middle is 303rd of 340 and Sandusky Middle is 320th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).