Sanders School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤10% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤10% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students (88-89)
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1698 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(88-89)n/a
n/a
Asian
(88-89)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(88-89)1%
2%
Black
(88-89)18%
11%
White
(88-89)81%
86%
Hawaiian
(88-89)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(88-89)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (88-89)
39%
16%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanders School's ranking?
Sanders School is ranked #1698 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sanders School?
113 students attend Sanders School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sanders School students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Sanders School offer ?
Sanders School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Sanders School part of?
Sanders School is part of Metropolitan School District Wayne Township.
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