Excellent
#630 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Sanders Memorial Elementary School
Elementary School · PASCO
5126 SCHOOL RD, Land O'lakes, FL 34638
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#630 of 3,778
In Land O'lakes
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#11 of 97
PASCO
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Sanders Memorial Elementary School
Elementary School in Land O'lakes · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sanders Memorial Elementary School
Sanders Memorial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Land O'lakes, FL, part of PASCO. Sanders Memorial Elementary School serves approximately 861 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanders Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sanders Memorial Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sanders Memorial Elementary School — Students at Sanders Memorial Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Sanders Memorial Elementary School Compares
See how Sanders Memorial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5126 SCHOOL RD, Land O'lakes, FL 34638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanders Memorial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OAKSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IMAGINE SCHOOL AT LAND O' LAKES (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Land O'lakes, see our Land O'lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,931
Median Home Value
$378,200
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
35,900
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanders Memorial Elementary School
What grades does Sanders Memorial Elementary School serve?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 861 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanders Memorial Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanders Memorial Elementary School rank in FL?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School ranks #630 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sanders Memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanders Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanders Memorial Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Sanders Memorial Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sanders Memorial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanders Memorial Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sanders Memorial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanders Memorial Elementary School?
15.7% of students at Sanders Memorial Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 861
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (813) 794-1500
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #11 of 97
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