Sandusky Elementary vs South River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 105 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sandusky Elementary
Lynchburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
316 students
South River Elementary
Grottoes · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
316 students
| Measure | Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg, Virginia | South River Elementary Grottoes, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #717 of 1,142 | #433 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #12387 of 50,301 | #7476 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 316 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| city | Lynchburg | Grottoes |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 68.5).
- •South River Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •South River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •South River Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 93.4%).
- •Sandusky Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.0).
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 Sandusky Elementary better than South River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South River Elementary ranks higher (75.8 vs 68.5 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 Sandusky Elementary and South River Elementary?
About 105 km in a straight line, between Lynchburg and Grottoes in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sandusky Elementary: 316. South River Elementary: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sandusky Elementary and South River Elementary rank in Virginia?
Sandusky Elementary is 717th of 1,142 and South River Elementary is 433rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).