Serving 853 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Atwater Elementary School's student population of 853 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atwater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atwater Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atwater Elementary School's ranking?
Atwater Elementary School is ranked #813 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Atwater Elementary School often compared to?
Atwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cranberry Elementary School, Toledo Blade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Atwater Elementary School?
853 students attend Atwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Atwater Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atwater Elementary School?
Atwater Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atwater Elementary School offer ?
Atwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Atwater Elementary School part of?
Atwater Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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