Serving 1,610 students in grades 9-12, Sanderson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sanderson High School's student population of 1,610 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sanderson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanderson High School is 0.65, 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
#464 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanderson High School's ranking?
Sanderson High School is ranked #464 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sanderson High School often compared to?
Sanderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millbrook High School, Leesville Road High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sanderson High School?
The graduation rate of Sanderson High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Sanderson High School?
1,610 students attend Sanderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sanderson High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanderson High School?
Sanderson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sanderson High School offer ?
Sanderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sanderson High School part of?
Sanderson High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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