Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Summary:

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary is a public elementary school in Modesto, California, serving 619 students in grades K-5 and part of the Sylvan Union Elementary District.

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary consistently outperforms the district and state in English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments, with 46.86% of students proficient or better in ELA and 43.89% in Math, compared to 41.4% and 34.58% for the district, respectively. However, the school's performance in Science lags behind the district and state. The school's Hispanic students perform relatively well, ranking 1,783 out of 5,102 California elementary schools, but Asian and White students perform significantly lower. English Language Learners and Disabled students perform relatively strongly. Notably, the school has seen a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, from 5.9% in 2018-2019 to 31.1% in 2021-2022, higher than the district and state averages.

Compared to nearby schools within the Sylvan Union Elementary District, such as Coleman F. Brown Elementary and Sylvan Elementary, Mary Ann Sanders Elementary generally outperforms them in academic performance. However, when compared to schools in the Modesto City Elementary District, such as Sonoma Elementary and Lakewood Elementary, Mary Ann Sanders Elementary lags behind in academic performance. This may be influenced by the school's relatively high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, as well as its higher student-teacher ratio compared to the district and state averages.


Detail:

Public K-5

 3101 Fine Ave.
       Modesto, CA  95355-9702


(209) 552-3200

District: Sylvan Union Elementary

SchoolDigger Rank:
2336th of 5,862 California Elementary Schools


Students who attend Mary Ann Sanders Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Daniel J. Savage Middle
High:    James C. Enochs High

Student/teacher ratio:  23.2 Help
Number of students:  619

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
46.5%
White:
26.3%
Asian:
15.0%
more

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  49.6% Help


 See top rated California elementary schools

 Compare Mary Ann Sanders Elementary to nearby elementary schools!

Performance Trends
Help
Compare Details Mary Ann Sanders Elementary ranks better than 60.2% of elementary schools in California. It also ranks first among 10 ranked elementary schools in the Sylvan Union Elementary School District! (See more...)
Help
Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 54.05. (See more...)
Help
Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
Help
Compare Details Student population at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (46.5%), White (26.3%), Asian (15%). (See more...)
Help
Compare Details 49.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
Help
Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary is 23.2. 7 elementary schools in the Sylvan Union Elementary School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
Help
Compare Mary Ann Sanders Elementary employs 26.6 full-time teachers.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Mary Ann Sanders Elementary 2336th of 5862 California public elementary schools. (See Mary Ann Sanders Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


Special Education students:
Low Socio Economic Status students:
Female students:
Male students:
Asian students:
Hispanic students:
White students:


Sylvan Union Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Sylvan Union Elementary 873rd of 1568 California school districts. (See district ranking list.)


What do you think?

Your rating for Mary Ann Sanders Elementary?

Rank History for Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Help
Compare

Rank History for all students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 73.13 1299th 5193 75.0%
2010 62.72 1843rd 5314 65.3%
2011 65.26 1732nd 5377 67.8%
2012 70.61 1489th 5390 72.4%
2013 71.01 1525th 5530 72.4%
2015 44.87 2746th 5611 51.1%
2016 43.00 2894th 5614 48.5%
2017 49.03 2604th 5692 54.3%
2018 54.32 2324th 5662 59.0%
2019 60.18 2060th 5789 64.4%
2022 59.28 2064th 5883 64.9%
2023 46.42 2732nd 5874 53.5%
2024 54.05 2336th 5862 60.2%
See the entire list of California Elementary School Rankings!

Rank History for English Language Learner students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.41 684th 3246 78.9%
2022 50.55 1171st 3311 64.6%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for English Language Learner Students!

Rank History for Special Education students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 38.37 1272nd 2420 47.4%
2024 39.20 1371st 2634 47.9%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Special Education Students!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.52 2710th 5084 46.7%
2019 55.88 2013th 5173 61.1%
2022 64.61 1436th 5264 72.7%
2023 44.50 2732nd 5374 49.2%
2024 41.82 2996th 5511 45.6%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.47 1952nd 5413 63.9%
2019 67.64 1624th 5492 70.4%
2022 62.10 1851st 5635 67.2%
2023 45.96 2635th 5617 53.1%
2024 62.37 1841st 5605 67.2%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Disabled students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.43 366th 2128 82.8%
2019 66.47 569th 2585 78.0%
2022 52.12 757th 2227 66.0%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Disabled Students!

Rank History for Male students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.31 2661st 5431 51.0%
2019 49.33 2492nd 5510 54.8%
2022 54.96 2193rd 5663 61.3%
2023 45.62 2704th 5650 52.1%
2024 43.08 2870th 5636 49.1%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for Asian students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 23.07 985th 1203 18.1%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Asian Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.30 2461st 4830 49.0%
2019 47.53 2446th 4963 50.7%
2022 64.40 1409th 5084 72.3%
2023 43.15 2669th 5098 47.6%
2024 58.02 1783rd 5102 65.1%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.52 1938th 2737 29.2%
2019 44.78 1705th 2834 39.8%
2022 38.60 1781st 2726 34.7%
2023 27.10 2051st 2662 23.0%
2024 28.76 1995th 2647 24.6%
See the entire list of Best California Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: California Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary Test Scores
Tests: 
  
Grades: 
  
Years: 
  
Group by: 
District Scores:
State Scores:    
  
Subgroup: 






Data source: California Department of Education

We're sorry, but no reviews have been submitted for Mary Ann Sanders Elementary.

If you have first-hand knowledge about Mary Ann Sanders Elementary, submit a rating!



No reviews have been submitted!


Enrollment information for Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Help
Compare
Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2008 230 25 73 165 3 n/a n/a 0 496
2009 252 27 72 184 3 9 79 0 626
2010 267 27 78 252 0 11 21 0 656
2011 249 33 83 254 2 8 23 0 652
2012 222 23 85 249 2 10 21 0 612
2013 226 21 88 239 1 12 32 0 619
2014 231 24 92 223 0 11 33 0 614
2015 229 24 78 207 1 9 34 0 582
2016 221 29 81 220 1 9 38 0 599
2017 213 24 61 215 1 10 46 0 570
2018 225 16 54 212 2 8 45 0 562
2019 217 20 50 208 1 8 53 0 557
2020 207 17 62 234 2 5 45 0 572
2021 158 15 75 255 2 5 42 0 552
2022 145 18 75 269 1 4 40 0 552
2023 163 15 93 288 1 7 52 0 619

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 496 33.0 15.0 38.3
2009 626 31.7 18.6 32.7
2010 656 28.5 22.9 39.5
2011 652 n/a n/a 41.4
2012 612 21.0 29.1 42.2
2013 619 21.0 29.4 42.5
2014 614 22.5 27.2 40.4
2015 582 20.0 29.1 41.9
2016 599 22.0 27.2 41.9
2017 570 22.5 25.3 42.5
2018 562 21.0 26.7 44
2019 557 23.0 24.2 42.7
2020 572 n/a n/a 42.3
2021 552 24.0 23.0 37.7
2022 552 26.5 20.8 33.9
2023 619 26.6 23.2 49.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 496 33.0 15.0 38.3
2009 626 31.7 18.6 32.7
2010 656 28.5 22.9 39.5
2011 652 n/a n/a 41.4
2012 612 21.0 29.1 42.2
2013 619 21.0 29.4 42.5
2014 614 22.5 27.2 40.4
2015 582 20.0 29.1 41.9
2016 599 22.0 27.2 41.9
2017 570 22.5 25.3 42.5
2018 562 21.0 26.7 44
2019 557 23.0 24.2 42.7
2020 572 n/a n/a 42.3
2021 552 24.0 23.0 37.7
2022 552 26.5 20.8 33.9
2023 619 26.6 23.2 49.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Help
Compare
YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPolioHepatitis BVaricellaDTPMMR
201296.0%4.0%0.0%0.0%96.0%96.0%96.0%96.0%96.0%
201386.0%14.0%0.0%0.0%86.0%86.0%86.0%86.0%86.0%
201480.0%20.0%0.0%0.0%80.0%80.0%80.0%80.0%80.0%
201592.0%8.0%0.0%0.0%92.0%92.0%92.0%92.0%92.0%
201699.0%1.0%0.0%0.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%
201794.0%0.0%1.0%4.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%96.0%≥98.0%
201892.0%0.0%1.0%2.0%92.0%≥98.0%96.0%92.0%94.0%
201995.0%1.0%0.0%96.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%96.0%96.0%
202093.8%1.2%2.5%93.8%95.1%96.3%93.8%95.1%
202296.3%0.0%0.0%

Data source: California Department of Public Health
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 2060th of 5789 Elementary schoolsRanks 2732nd of 5874 Elementary schools
 10.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)58.846.4
 12.3%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Sylvan Union Elementary)48.236.8
 11.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)48.543
 5.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)57.353.6
 3.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Sylvan Union Elementary)47.841.7
 6.1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (California)50.245.1
 5.1%
4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)5737.9
 19.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Sylvan Union Elementary)50.836.5
 14.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)49.543.7
 5.7%
4th Grade Mathematics (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)52.138.8
 13.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Sylvan Union Elementary)42.933.6
 9.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (California)44.940.8
 4.1%
5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)52.540
 12.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Sylvan Union Elementary)51.141.1
 10%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)51.746.7
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)3531.8
 3.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Sylvan Union Elementary)35.529.5
 6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (California)3833.4
 4.6%
5th Grade Science (Mary Ann Sanders Elementary)32.320
 12.3%
   5th Grade Science (Sylvan Union Elementary)28.324.8
 3.5%
   5th Grade Science (California)31.731.9
 0.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students557619
 11.1%
African American2015
 25%
American Indian11
Asian5093
 86%
Hispanic208288
 38.5%
Pacific Islander87
 12.5%
White217163
 24.9%
Two or More Races5352
 1.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.7%49.6%
 6.9%


Schools Near Mary Ann Sanders Elementary









Frequently Asked Questions about Mary Ann Sanders Elementary

Mary Ann Sanders Elementary ranks 2336th of 5862 California elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Mary Ann Sanders Elementary are 47% Hispanic, 26% White, 15% Asian, 8% Two or more races, 2% African American, 1% Pacific Islander.

Students who attend Mary Ann Sanders Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Daniel J. Savage Middle
High : James C. Enochs High

In the 2022-23 school year, 619 students attended Mary Ann Sanders Elementary.


Rate Mary Ann Sanders Elementary!



Sign up for updates!

Be the first to know when there is an update for Mary Ann Sanders Elementary!




SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





Diagnostics
x12_063867011872 retrieved from Memory in 0 milliseconds.
None retrieved from Database in 81 milliseconds.