Best Schools in North Port, Florida
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in North Port?
Use this page to compare every school in North Port by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Atwater Elementary
Elementary · Sarasota. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Toledo Blade Elementary School
Elementary · Sarasota. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cranberry Elementary School
Elementary · Sarasota. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in North Port for 2026 are Atwater Elementary (9.2/10), Toledo Blade Elementary School (8.5/10), and Cranberry Elementary School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$310,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$310,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 66% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among North Port schools.
Top-Rated Schools in North Port
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atwater Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Toledo Blade Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Cranberry Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Imagine School at North Port | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Lamarque Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Heron Creek Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Woodland Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | North Port High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Glenallen Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Kindergarten Prep | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $79,950
- Median home value
- $310,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
70% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How North Port compares
Florida rank
#58 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$80k
107% of Florida median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in North Port, Florida
North Port's public school system covers 9 ranked schools with an average score of 7.2 out of 10. Seven of those nine schools, or 78%, score 7.0 or higher, meaning parents here encounter fewer low-performing options than in many comparable Florida markets. The ranked landscape skews heavily toward elementary grades, with the top-performing institutions all serving elementary-age students.
Two schools tie at the top: Toledo Blade Elementary School and Glenallen Elementary School both score 8.4 out of 10, the highest marks in the city. Atwater Elementary follows at 8.0, and both Cranberry Elementary and LaMarque Elementary score 7.3 — still comfortably above the city average. The concentration of strong performers at the elementary level gives families with younger children a genuine range of credible options rather than a single standout to chase.
The 7.2 city average paired with the 78% rate of 7-plus scores signals consistent quality across North Port's elementary tier. Parents comparing this city against peers will find relatively few dramatic gaps between individual schools. That compresses the stakes of any single school-selection decision, which is a practical advantage for families who may not be able to exercise a first-choice preference due to boundary assignments or transportation constraints.
For parents still narrowing their search, Toledo Blade and Glenallen represent the city's ceiling at 8.4, but the tight score band means geography and program fit often carry as much weight as the raw ranking here. Families with middle or high school-age children should research those grade bands separately, as the available ranked data concentrates at the elementary level. Checking school boundary maps before committing to a specific neighborhood is the highest-leverage early step — attendance zones can shift, and confirming your address falls within a preferred school's boundary prevents surprises after a move.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 853 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 800 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 779 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 1,076 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 760 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Kindergarten Prep
Private
35 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.7 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 909 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 1,016 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,577 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,177 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in North Port
North Port, Florida · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$79,950
Median Home Value
$310,500
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
77,636
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
North Port has a median household income of $79,950. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $310,500, with a median rent of $1,785/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in North Port, Florida
How many schools are in North Port, Florida?
North Port has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in North Port, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in North Port is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in North Port, Florida?
The top-ranked school in North Port on MySchoolScout is Atwater Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in North Port, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in North Port on MySchoolScout is Atwater Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in North Port, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in North Port on MySchoolScout is Heron Creek Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in North Port, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in North Port on MySchoolScout is North Port High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve North Port, Florida?
North Port is served by 1 school district: Sarasota.
What is the education level in North Port, Florida?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in North Port have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in North Port, Florida?
The median household income in North Port is approximately $79,950 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in North Port, Florida?
Yes, North Port has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Kindergarten Prep with a score of 4.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Port, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in North Port is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in North Port, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.