Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Venice Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 22% 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: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Venice Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Venice Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Venice Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#235 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venice Elementary School's ranking?
Venice Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Venice Elementary School often compared to?
Venice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Nokomis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Venice Elementary School?
631 students attend Venice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Venice Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venice Elementary School?
Venice Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Venice Elementary School offer ?
Venice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Venice Elementary School part of?
Venice Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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