Excellent
#132 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 4% in state
Atwater Elementary
Elementary School · SARASOTA
4701 HUNTSVILLE AVE, North Port, FL 34288
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#132 of 3,778
In North Port
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Atwater Elementary
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About Atwater Elementary
Atwater Elementary is a public elementary school in North Port, FL, part of SARASOTA. Atwater Elementary serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Atwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Atwater Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Atwater Elementary — Students at Atwater Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Atwater Elementary Compares
See how Atwater Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4701 HUNTSVILLE AVE, North Port, FL 34288
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atwater Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOLEDO BLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Port Charlotte), a more accessible option. Additionally, CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Port, see our North Port schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL North Port | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TOLEDO BLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| CHARLOTTE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT NORTH PORT North Port | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| KINGSWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CHARLOTTE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Port Charlotte | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| FAITH PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lake Suzy | 4.3 mi | — |
| CHARLOTTE TECHNICAL COLLEGE Port Charlotte | 4.7 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY Port Charlotte | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PORT CHARLOTTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PORT CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PORT CHARLOTTE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 5.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MURDOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LAMARQUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| JOYFUL NOISE LEARNING CENTER Port Charlotte | 6.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34288 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,750
Median Home Value
$333,400
Median Rent
$1,951/mo
Population
16,597
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
41.3
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| BRADEN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 9.2 |
| CYPRESS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 9.2 |
| DR. MANUEL C. BARREIRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atwater Elementary
What grades does Atwater Elementary serve?
Atwater Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Atwater Elementary?
Atwater Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atwater Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Atwater Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atwater Elementary rank in FL?
Atwater Elementary ranks #132 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Atwater Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Atwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Atwater Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atwater Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Atwater Elementary a charter school?
No, Atwater Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atwater Elementary a Title I school?
No, Atwater Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atwater Elementary?
66.4% of students at Atwater Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (941) 257-2317
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #8 of 56
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