SANDBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sandburg Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Alexandria, VA with about 1,532 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 105 teachers, Sandburg Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Carl Sandburg Middle School, located at 8428 Fort Hunt Rd in Alexandria, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Nestled in the Fort Hunt community, the school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment for students in grades 6 through 8. With a strong emphasis on preparing students for the rigors of high school, Sandburg offers a diverse curriculum that balances core academic subjects with elective opportunities, allowing students to explore their personal interests while developing essential critical thinking and collaboration skills.

Beyond its academic offerings, Carl Sandburg Middle School is recognized for its active school community and dedication to student well-being. The school integrates social-emotional learning into its culture, encouraging students to engage in extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs that promote leadership and social development. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character building, the school strives to create a positive, engaging atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds feel encouraged to reach their full potential within the greater Alexandria area.

For more information, contact Sandburg Middle at (703) 799-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8428 Fort Hunt Rd
Alexandria, VA 22308
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SANDBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Alexandria, VA with about 1,532 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
1,532
Teachers:
105.22
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,532 students

White
37.0%
Hispanic/Latino
34.2%
Black or African American
17.6%
Asian
6.8%
Two or more races
4.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.