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Sanderson High

Raleigh, North Carolina

1,677 students

High School, Grades 9–12

(919)881-4800School Website

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1,677

Students

18:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance
Avg SAT Score

1,200

A-

out of 1600
Good
Avg ACT Score

26

A-

out of 36
Good
AP Courses

17

A

courses offered
Excellent
AP Enrollment

19%

C

of students
Average
Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

B

students per teacher
Average
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Academic Pathways

Explore 116 courses in the 2025-26 catalog for Sanderson High

Drawing – Visual Art Specialization (Intermediate)
9-12

Introduces elements and principles of design through various drawing media techniques.

Painting – Visual Art Specialization (Proficient) Honors
9-12

Broad range of painting media and techniques; requires rigorous study and design excellence.

Sculpture/Ceramics – Visual Art Specialization (Intermediate)
9-12

Knowledge and technical abilities in 3D design using clay and other materials.

Sculpture/Ceramics – Visual Art Specialization (Proficient) Honors
9-12

Advanced 3D design; construction, glaze formulation, and firing techniques.

Sculpture/Ceramics – Visual Art Specialization (Advanced) Honors
9-12

Concentrated study in sculptural areas; student-defined portfolio goals.

Visual Arts - Beginning
9-12

Elements and principles of design; includes drawing, painting, ceramics, and art history.

Visual Arts - Intermediate
9-12

In-depth study of design through art elements and technical expansion.

Visual Arts - Proficient Honors
9-12

Advanced art processes, media, history, and development.

Visual Arts - Advanced Honors
9-12

Concentrated study on student-selected themes and portfolio goals.

AP Studio Art - 2D Design
11-12

College-level studio art; preparation of a portfolio for College Board submission.

AP Studio Art - 3D Design
11-12

College-level studio art; preparation of a portfolio for College Board submission.

AP Studio Art - Drawing
11-12

College-level studio art; preparation of a portfolio for College Board submission.

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School Details
Address

5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

Phone

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