Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sanderson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanderson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sanderson Academy's student population of 138 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where learning and growth are our focus, and community and courage are our path.
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
Sanderson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanderson Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#888 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
95%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanderson Academy's ranking?
Sanderson Academy is ranked #888 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Sanderson Academy?
138 students attend Sanderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sanderson Academy students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanderson Academy?
Sanderson Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sanderson Academy offer ?
Sanderson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sanderson Academy part of?
Sanderson Academy is part of Mohawk Trail School District.
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