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#1886 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 50% in state
Children First
School · SARASOTA
1723 N ORANGE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34234
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 34 schools in Sarasota. Learn more
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,886 of 3,778
In Sarasota
#26 of 36
public schools
In district
#44 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Children First
School in Sarasota · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Sarasota Military Academy
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About Children First
Children First is a public school in Sarasota, FL, part of SARASOTA. Children First serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. Children First has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,886 of 3,778 schools in FL.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Children First 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 3:1 students to teachers, Children First sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Children First Compares
See how Children First performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1723 N ORANGE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children First may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY Sarasota | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Sarasota | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS Sarasota | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NUR ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.5 mi | — |
| GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 3.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,607
Median Home Value
$222,900
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
22,051
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
42.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children First
What grades does Children First serve?
Children First serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Children First?
Children First has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children First?
The student-teacher ratio at Children First is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Children First rank in FL?
Children First ranks #1,886 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Children First's MySchoolScout rating?
Children First has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Children First a charter school?
No, Children First is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Children First a Title I school?
No, Children First is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Children First?
10.0% of students at Children First 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- (941) 953-3877
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #44 of 56
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