Serving 775 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
James B. Sanderlin K-8's student population of 775 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James B. Sanderlin K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James B. Sanderlin K-8 is 0.67, 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
#1022 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
37%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #1022 out of 3,704 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?
61% 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?
775 students attend James B. Sanderlin K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of James B. Sanderlin K-8 students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 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 14:1, 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
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.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. The last day for all students will be a full-day.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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