Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sanders Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sanders Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hollandale, MS, encompassing approximately 194.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 8.2 miles, while the furthest edge is 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanders Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sanders Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanders Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanders Elementary School's ranking?
Sanders Elementary School is ranked #722 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Sanders Elementary School?
246 students attend Sanders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sanders Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanders Elementary School?
Sanders Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sanders Elementary School offer ?
Sanders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanders Elementary School part of?
Sanders Elementary School is part of Hollandale School District.
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