Below Average

#1328 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Achievement Center of Sarasota the

High School

1201 N BENEVA RD, Sarasota, FL 34232

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,328 of 1,462

In Sarasota

#20 of 20

public schools

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About Achievement Center of Sarasota the

Achievement Center of Sarasota the is a private high school in Sarasota, FL. Achievement Center of Sarasota the serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement Center of Sarasota the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,328 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.1 pts below FL schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Achievement Center of Sarasota the is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Achievement Center of Sarasota the is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Achievement Center of Sarasota the compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

14.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

739

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%

Black 8.6% vs 0%

Achievement Center of Sarasota the Sarasota Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Achievement Center of Sarasota the (this school)	—	58	12.6:1	4.6
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES	0.5 mi	94	31.3:1	4.6
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS	1.5 mi	176	10.4:1	6.5
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	961	14.8:1	7.1
MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	761	13.8:1	6.7
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL	2.5 mi	2,509	20.2:1	6.1
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY	2.5 mi	1,099	14.5:1	6.1
BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	1,395	19.1:1	5.0
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES	2.8 mi	749	18.7:1	8.0
BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.8 mi	703	13.5:1	8.3
TRIAD	4.1 mi	115	12.8:1	3.4
SUNCOAST POLYTECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	4.4 mi	566	19.5:1	9.2
SARASOTA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE)	4.5 mi	23	5.8:1	—
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL	4.9 mi	2,681	20.5:1	7.8
EASTER SEALS	5.2 mi	20	2:1	—
SARASOTA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	5.3 mi	89	—:1	6.6
ESE SPECIAL PROGRAMS	5.3 mi	7	1:1	—
SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.4 mi	1,308	17.2:1	8.4
IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH	6.1 mi	476	15.9:1	6.1
OAK PARK SCHOOL	6.2 mi	221	4.6:1	5.4
SARASOTA SUNCOAST ACADEMY	8.1 mi	817	16:1	7.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,050

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Enrollment 58

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.0%

Hispanic 10.3%

Black 8.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1201 N BENEVA RD, Sarasota, FL 34232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Achievement Center of Sarasota the may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota	0.5 mi	94	4.6
CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota	0.5 mi	116	6.6
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	0.8 mi	636	7.1
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.0 mi	690	5.1
CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota	1.1 mi	554	5.7
ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHCOL Sarasota	1.4 mi	440	6.8
THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT Sarasota	1.4 mi	9	—
NUR ACADEMY Sarasota	1.6 mi	26	—
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Sarasota	1.5 mi	176	6.5
PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.8 mi	63	5.2
AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota	1.7 mi	53	5.8
EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.6 mi	435	7.0
ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.9 mi	60	5.6
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Sarasota	2.0 mi	26	—
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota	2.0 mi	961	7.1
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	49	5.0
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	51	6.2
DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	440	7.2
ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.2 mi	473	7.5
FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Sarasota	2.3 mi	94	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,041

Median Home Value

$332,600

Median Rent

$1,836/mo

Population

34,779

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

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PENSACOLA PRIVATE SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Pensacola, FL	47	4.6
PRETRIAL DETENTION FACILITY Jacksonville, FL	53	4.6
THE PACE PROGRAM Immokalee, FL	54	4.6
CHAUTAUQUA CHARTER SCHOOL Panama City, FL	47	4.5
GRADUATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Bonifay, FL	78	4.5
PINELLAS SECONDARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park, FL	79	4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Achievement Center of Sarasota the

What grades does Achievement Center of Sarasota the serve?

Achievement Center of Sarasota the serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Achievement Center of Sarasota the?

Achievement Center of Sarasota the has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement Center of Sarasota the?

The student-teacher ratio at Achievement Center of Sarasota the is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Achievement Center of Sarasota the rank in FL?

Achievement Center of Sarasota the ranks #1,328 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Achievement Center of Sarasota the's MySchoolScout rating?

Achievement Center of Sarasota the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Achievement Center of Sarasota the a private school?

Yes, Achievement Center of Sarasota the is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Achievement Center of Sarasota the a religious school?

No, Achievement Center of Sarasota the is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 49 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 58
Gender Split: 71% M / 29% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Small City
County: Sarasota County
Phone: (941) 504-7547

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