Serving 842 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sanders Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanders Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sanders Memorial Elementary School's student population of 842 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Sanders Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanders Memorial Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#426 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
63%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanders Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sanders Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Sanders Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakstead Elementary School, Countryside Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
842 students attend Sanders Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sanders Memorial Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sanders Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanders Memorial Elementary School part of?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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