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Very Good

#240 of 635 schools in WV

Top 38% in state

Sand Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS

169 Sand Hill Rd, Dallas, WV 26036

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#240 of 635

In district

#7 of 13

MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sand Hill Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sand Hill Elementary School

Sand Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dallas, WV, part of MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Sand Hill Elementary School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sand Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Sand Hill Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Sand Hill Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Sand Hill Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sand Hill Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,263
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Sand Hill Elementary School — Students at Sand Hill Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 WVGSA)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 WVGSA)

Based on 27 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2011
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2012
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
49.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
30%
2019
Math
30%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2025
Math
61.5%
ELA
46.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Sand Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Sand Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in WV
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

169 Sand Hill Rd, Dallas, WV 26036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sand Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle Creek Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Triadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hilltop Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middle Creek Elementary School Triadelphia 4.2 mi 8.8
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Triadelphia 4.8 mi
Elm Grove Elementary School Wheeling 5.0 mi 8.0
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wheeling 5.4 mi 7.9
Bridge Street Middle School Wheeling 5.7 mi 6.8
SIKORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 5.8 mi 4.5
Wheeling Park High School Wheeling 6.2 mi 6.9
Hilltop Elementary School Wheeling 6.3 mi 8.5
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling 6.5 mi 8.1
Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling 6.9 mi 8.1
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling 6.9 mi 8.5
Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling 7.3 mi 8.9
ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling 7.7 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL Wheeling 7.3 mi 5.4
Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling 8.3 mi 6.3
THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling 8.3 mi 8.3
WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling 8.4 mi 7.4
West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty 10.8 mi 6.5
Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling 9.0 mi 6.6
Cameron High School Cameron 11.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,219

Population

457

College Educated

2.2%

Homeownership

89.3%

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

45.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHARLESTON MONTESSORI INC. Charleston, WV 7.1
ROCKY KNOLL SCHOOL Martinsburg, WV 6.0
Genoa Elementary School Genoa, WV 5.9
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington, WV 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington, WV 8.1
Hometown Elementary Red House, WV 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sand Hill Elementary School

What grades does Sand Hill Elementary School serve?

Sand Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sand Hill Elementary School?

Sand Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill Elementary School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sand Hill Elementary School rank in WV?

Sand Hill Elementary School ranks #240 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Sand Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sand Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sand Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sand Hill Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sand Hill Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sand Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sand Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sand Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,159
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,263
District Rank
#7 of 13

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