Serving 817 students in grades Kindergarten-8, James B. Sanderlin K-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James B. Sanderlin K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
James B. Sanderlin K-8's student population of 817 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Motto
Educate and Prepare Each Student for College, Career and Life
School Rankings
James B. Sanderlin K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James B. Sanderlin K-8 is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
39%
21%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James B. Sanderlin K-8's ranking?
James B. Sanderlin K-8 is ranked #855 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James B. Sanderlin K-8 often compared to?
James B. Sanderlin K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Perkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James B. Sanderlin K-8?
817 students attend James B. Sanderlin K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of James B. Sanderlin K-8 students are White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James B. Sanderlin K-8?
James B. Sanderlin K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James B. Sanderlin K-8 offer ?
James B. Sanderlin K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James B. Sanderlin K-8 part of?
James B. Sanderlin K-8 is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is James B. Sanderlin K-8 located?
James B. Sanderlin K-8 is located in the Highland Oaks neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland Oaks.
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