Elementary Schools in Sandusky City

The three elementary schools in the Sandusky City school district in Ohio, including The Sandusky Intermediate School, The Sandusky Primary School, and The Early Learning Academy, are all performing significantly below the state average. These schools serve predominantly non-white student populations and face challenges with low academic proficiency, high chronic absenteeism, and limited resources.

None of the Sandusky City elementary schools stand out as high-performing, with all three schools rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger and ranking in the bottom 25% to 15% of Ohio elementary schools. Proficiency rates on state tests are well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with the highest proficiency rate being 54.5% in 4th grade math at The Sandusky Intermediate School, compared to the state average of 66.8%. Chronic absenteeism rates are also very high, ranging from 31.9% to 40.6%.

The schools in the Sandusky City district face systemic challenges that need to be addressed, including low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and demographic disparities. Targeted interventions and a comprehensive, data-driven approach to school improvement will be necessary to help these schools better serve their students and improve outcomes over time.