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#985 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Agape Christian School of Sarasota

School

150 N SHADE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34237

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#985 of 1,462

In Sarasota

#12 of 20

public schools

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About Agape Christian School of Sarasota

Agape Christian School of Sarasota is a private school in Sarasota, FL. Agape Christian School of Sarasota serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Agape Christian School of Sarasota has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #985 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.5 pts below FL schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 53 students, Agape Christian School of Sarasota 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.

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Agape Christian School of Sarasota sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Agape Christian School of Sarasota 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Agape Christian School of Sarasota compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.8:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

669

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

7.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.3% vs 0%

Agape Christian School of Sarasota Sarasota Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Agape Christian School of Sarasota (this school)	—	53	8.8:1	5.8
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	690	13.3:1	5.1
SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES	0.8 mi	103	10.3:1	3.8
ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	473	12.1:1	7.5
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	2,509	20.2:1	6.1
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY	1.1 mi	1,099	14.5:1	6.1
EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	435	11.2:1	7.0
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES	1.4 mi	749	18.7:1	8.0
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES	1.4 mi	94	31.3:1	4.6
DREAMERS ACADEMY	1.9 mi	440	14.7:1	7.2
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	961	14.8:1	7.1
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	636	12.7:1	7.1
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	681	14.2:1	9.5
BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL	2.2 mi	1,395	19.1:1	5.0
BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS	2.5 mi	578	14.1:1	7.9
BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.6 mi	703	13.5:1	8.3
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS	2.7 mi	176	10.4:1	6.5
MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.1 mi	761	13.8:1	6.7
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	562	11:1	6.9
WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	436	10.9:1	5.2
TRIAD	3.6 mi	115	12.8:1	3.4

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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

A- 8.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 38%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Enrollment 53

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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 77.4%

Hispanic 11.3%

Two or More 11.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

150 N SHADE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Agape Christian School of Sarasota may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	0.7 mi	690	5.1
SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota	0.8 mi	103	3.8
ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	0.9 mi	473	7.5
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota	1.0 mi	2,509	6.1
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	1.0 mi	49	5.0
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	1.0 mi	51	6.2
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY Sarasota	1.1 mi	1,099	6.1
EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.3 mi	435	7.0
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Sarasota	1.4 mi	749	8.0
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota	1.4 mi	94	4.6
CHILDREN FIRST Sarasota	1.5 mi	30	6.3
ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota	1.7 mi	58	4.6
DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota	1.9 mi	440	7.2
PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.8 mi	63	5.2
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota	2.0 mi	961	7.1
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.1 mi	681	9.5
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.1 mi	636	7.1
BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota	2.2 mi	1,395	5.0
CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota	2.1 mi	116	6.6
CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota	2.2 mi	554	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,133

Median Home Value

$234,400

Median Rent

$1,524/mo

Population

17,568

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

43.3%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

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AUKELA CHRISTIAN MILITARY ACADEMY West Park, FL	62	5.8
ENGLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Englewood, FL	73	5.8
FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce, FL	36	5.8
PROVIDENCE EDUCATION GROUP LLC Tequesta, FL	42	5.8
RIVERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunnellon, FL	32	5.8
SEAMARK RANCH Green Cove Springs, FL	52	5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Agape Christian School of Sarasota

What grades does Agape Christian School of Sarasota serve?

Agape Christian School of Sarasota serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Agape Christian School of Sarasota?

Agape Christian School of Sarasota has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Agape Christian School of Sarasota?

The student-teacher ratio at Agape Christian School of Sarasota is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Agape Christian School of Sarasota rank in FL?

Agape Christian School of Sarasota ranks #985 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Agape Christian School of Sarasota's MySchoolScout rating?

Agape Christian School of Sarasota has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Agape Christian School of Sarasota a private school?

Yes, Agape Christian School of Sarasota is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Agape Christian School of Sarasota a religious school?

Agape Christian School of Sarasota has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 35 Some Transit
Bike Score: 68 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 53
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Sarasota County
Phone: (941) 894-3053

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