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#1265 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 34% in state

Based on limited data

Dreamers Academy

Elementary School · SARASOTA

1050 S TUTTLE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34237

Charter

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,265 of 3,778

In Sarasota

#15 of 36

public schools

In district

#29 of 56

SARASOTA

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Dreamers Academy

7.2/10

Elementary School in Sarasota · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dreamers Academy

Dreamers Academy is a public elementary school in Sarasota, FL, part of SARASOTA. Dreamers Academy serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dreamers Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,265 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Dreamers Academy show 49% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Dreamers Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.8Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,033
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Dreamers Academy — Students at Dreamers Academy score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (2024 FAST)
School
State
59.2% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (2024 FAST)
School
State
54.0% (2024 FAST)

Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

How Dreamers Academy Compares

See how Dreamers Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in FL
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

1050 S TUTTLE AVE, Sarasota, FL 34237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dreamers Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota 0.2 mi 7.1
EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota 0.6 mi 7.0
BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota 0.8 mi 5.0
CHILDREN FIRST Sarasota 1.2 mi 6.3
NUR ACADEMY Sarasota 1.4 mi
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY Sarasota 1.7 mi 6.1
BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS Sarasota 1.6 mi 7.9
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota 1.8 mi 5.1
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota 1.7 mi 7.1
AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota 1.9 mi 5.8
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Sarasota 1.9 mi 8.0
ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota 2.1 mi 4.6
CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota 2.0 mi 6.6
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota 2.3 mi 4.6
SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota 2.7 mi 3.8
MARJORIE G. KINNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota 2.7 mi 7.1
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota 2.9 mi 6.1
ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota 2.9 mi 7.5
FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Sarasota 2.7 mi 7.1
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota 3.0 mi 5.0

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

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dreamers Academy

What grades does Dreamers Academy serve?

Dreamers Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Dreamers Academy?

Dreamers Academy has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dreamers Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Dreamers Academy is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dreamers Academy rank in FL?

Dreamers Academy ranks #1,265 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Dreamers Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Dreamers Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Dreamers Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dreamers Academy has 49% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).

Is Dreamers Academy a charter school?

Yes, Dreamers Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Dreamers Academy a Title I school?

No, Dreamers Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dreamers Academy?

69.1% of students at Dreamers Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarasota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

SARASOTA
District Enrollment
45,314
Schools in District
63
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,033
District Rank
#29 of 56

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