Serving 816 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- 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 816 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
816 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.68, 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
#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
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
41%
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
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
816 students attend James B. Sanderlin K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of James B. Sanderlin K-8 students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% 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 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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