Excellent
#44 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 3% of private schools
Incarnation Catholic School
Elementary School
2911 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota, FL 34239
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#44 of 1,462
In Sarasota
#2 of 20
public schools
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Incarnation Catholic School
Elementary School in Sarasota · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Incarnation Catholic School
Incarnation Catholic School is a private elementary school in Sarasota, FL. Incarnation Catholic School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Incarnation Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Incarnation Catholic School 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Incarnation Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Incarnation Catholic School 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
BetaHow Incarnation Catholic School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Incarnation Catholic School (this school) | 8.2 |
| BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| TRIAD | 3.4 |
| SARASOTA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE) | — |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.5 |
| PHILLIPPI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SARASOTA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | 6.6 |
| ESE SPECIAL PROGRAMS | — |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES | 3.8 |
| BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.6 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH | 6.1 |
| MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS | 6.5 |
| SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY | 6.1 |
| SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Sarasota
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2911 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota, FL 34239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Incarnation Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PHILLIPPI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| BRICKHOUSE ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.0 mi | — |
| TRIAD Sarasota | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| SUNCOAST POLYTECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| SARASOTA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE) Sarasota | 1.3 mi | — |
| RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| PHILLIPPI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ESE SPECIAL PROGRAMS Sarasota | 1.9 mi | — |
| SARASOTA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.4 mi | — |
| GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,378
Median Home Value
$418,300
Median Rent
$1,522/mo
Population
14,795
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
55.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple Terrace, FL | 8.2 |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake City, FL | 8.2 |
| GLADES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Coral Springs, FL | 8.2 |
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION Plantation, FL | 8.2 |
| DESOTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.1 |
| GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Hill, FL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Incarnation Catholic School
What grades does Incarnation Catholic School serve?
Incarnation Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Incarnation Catholic School?
Incarnation Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Incarnation Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Incarnation Catholic School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Incarnation Catholic School rank in FL?
Incarnation Catholic School ranks #44 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Incarnation Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Incarnation Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Incarnation Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Incarnation Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Incarnation Catholic School a religious school?
Incarnation Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 30% M / 70% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- (941) 924-8588
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