Best Schools in Rotonda West, Florida
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Rotonda West by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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L. A. Ainger Middle School
Middle · Charlotte. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Vineland Elementary School
Elementary · Charlotte. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$352,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$352,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rotonda West
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | L. A. Ainger Middle School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Vineland Elementary School | 6.3 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $73,453
- Median home value
- $352,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rotonda West compares
Median household income
$73k
98% of Florida median
Charlotte runs Rotonda West's public schools
2 public schools. Charlotte is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Rotonda West is a Charlotte school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.3 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Rotonda West, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Rotonda West, Florida
Rotonda West, Florida is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Rotonda West perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rotonda West is L. A. Ainger Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rotonda West is served by 1 school district: CHARLOTTE. These districts collectively serve 16,864 students.
Rotonda West's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,453. The poverty rate in the area is 7.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 502 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 644 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
Schools in Rotonda West
Rotonda West, Florida · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,453
Median Home Value
$352,300
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
10,490
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Community Profile
Rotonda West has a median household income of $73,453. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $352,300, with a median rent of $1,359/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Rotonda West, Florida
How many schools are in Rotonda West, Florida?
Rotonda West has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rotonda West, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rotonda West is 7.2 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 Rotonda West, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Rotonda West on MySchoolScout is L. A. Ainger Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rotonda West, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rotonda West on MySchoolScout is Vineland Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Rotonda West, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Rotonda West on MySchoolScout is L. A. Ainger Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Rotonda West, Florida?
Rotonda West is served by 1 school district: Charlotte.
What is the education level in Rotonda West, Florida?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Rotonda West have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rotonda West, Florida?
The median household income in Rotonda West is approximately $73,453 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rotonda West, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rotonda West is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rotonda West, 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.