publichighGrade 9-12

Sanderson High

5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609, United States

+1 (919) 881-4800

http://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/

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Sanderson High Overview

About This School

Sanderson High is a public high in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving 1,648 students in grades 9-12. The school maintains a staff of 91 teachers with an average salary of $48,823 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 329 students per counselor. Students at Sanderson High represent a diverse demographic, with 47% identifying as White, 23% as Black, 21% as Hispanic, 5% as Two or More Races, and 3% as Asian. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female.

1,648

Total Students

Grade 9-12

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

91 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

Wake County

Students per Counselor

329:1

Sanderson High Academics & Test Scores

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State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.2:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

329

Students per Counselor

Sanderson High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,823

City Avg: $49,984

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor329:1

Sanderson High Student Demographics

Student Body

52.49%

Male

47.51%

Female

Total Enrollment: 1,648 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White47.27%

Hispanic21.18%

Asian3.34%

Black23.3%

Two or More Races4.61%

Native American0.18%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sanderson High

Q: What is Sanderson High?

A: Sanderson High is a high public located in Raleigh.

Q: How many students attend Sanderson High?

A: Sanderson High has approximately 1,648 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanderson High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Sanderson High is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Sanderson High

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Sanderson High - Raleigh, NC

Quick Facts about Sanderson High
School Name	Sanderson High
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609, Raleigh, NC
County	Wake County
Phone	+1 (919) 881-4800
Total Students	1,648
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	91
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Sanderson High

What is Sanderson High?

Sanderson High is a high public located in Raleigh.

How many students attend Sanderson High?

Sanderson High has approximately 1,648 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanderson High?

The student-teacher ratio at Sanderson High is 18:1.

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