Very Good
#867 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 23% in state
Garden Elementary School
Elementary School · SARASOTA
700 CENTER RD, Venice, FL 34285
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#867 of 3,778
In Venice
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#24 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden Elementary School
Garden Elementary School is a public elementary school in Venice, FL, part of SARASOTA. Garden Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #867 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Garden Elementary School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Garden Elementary School — Students at Garden Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
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: 6.3/10.
How Garden Elementary School Compares
See how Garden Elementary School 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
700 CENTER RD, Venice, FL 34285
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SKY ACADEMY VENICE Venice | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HOPE PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Venice | 2.5 mi | — |
| STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Venice | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| VENICE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Venice | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 2.9 mi | 9.4 |
| ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Venice | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Venice | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LAUREL NOKOMIS SCHOOL Nokomis | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION Nokomis | 4.8 mi | — |
| STATE COLLEGE OF FLA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL-VENICE Venice | 5.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Englewood | 8.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ENGLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Englewood | 8.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SKY ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Venice | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PINE VIEW SCHOOL Osprey | 9.0 mi | 9.3 |
| KINDERGARTEN PREP North Port | 9.0 mi | 4.7 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Osprey | 10.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GLENALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 10.0 mi | 6.1 |
| LEMON BAY HIGH SCHOOL Englewood | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34285 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,712
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
18,821
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
69.6
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| A. K. SUTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.8 |
| APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach, FL | 7.8 |
| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 7.8 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bell, FL | 7.8 |
| CAMELOT ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.8 |
| DALE R FAIR BABSON PARK ELEMENTARY Babson Park, FL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Elementary School
What grades does Garden Elementary School serve?
Garden Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Elementary School?
Garden Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Elementary School rank in FL?
Garden Elementary School ranks #867 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Garden Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Garden Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garden Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garden Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Elementary School?
54.6% of students at Garden Elementary School 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
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (941) 486-2110
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #24 of 56
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