Sanderson High School, located at 5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609, serves grades 9–12 as a public high school within the Wake County Public School System. The school enrolls approximately 1,661 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of about 17:1. The student body is roughly 47% female and 53% male. Academic proficiency data shows 25% proficiency in math and 57% proficiency in reading. This reflects solid academic performance and readiness for postsecondary opportunities. Sanderson is an International Baccalaureate Programme School, a rigorous academic program designed to prepare students for the global community. AP participation is approximately 51%, and the graduation rate is about 83%. Sanderson High School offers a variety of college preparatory learning opportunities including International Baccalaureate program studies, Advanced Placement course work. Located in north Raleigh near the Six Forks Road corridor and convenient to the I-440 Beltline, the school serves a well-established residential area. Homes in the area are commonly valued between $400,000 and $900,000. Its blend of global learning opportunities and consistent student outcomes contributes to the educational options available among top high schools in North Carolina.