Average
#1827 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Island Village Montessori School
Elementary School · SARASOTA
2001 PINEBROOK RD, Venice, FL 34292
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,827 of 3,778
In Venice
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#42 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Island Village Montessori School
Island Village Montessori School is a public elementary school in Venice, FL, part of SARASOTA. Island Village Montessori School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Island Village Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,827 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Island Village Montessori School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Island Village Montessori School 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.
36% of students at Island Village Montessori School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Island Village Montessori School — Students at Island Village Montessori School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.8/10.
How Island Village Montessori School Compares
See how Island Village Montessori 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
2001 PINEBROOK RD, Venice, FL 34292
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Island Village Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Sarasota), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Sarasota), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAUREL NOKOMIS SCHOOL Nokomis | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HOPE PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Venice | 1.3 mi | — |
| VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| VENICE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Venice | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Venice | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION Nokomis | 2.4 mi | — |
| SKY ACADEMY VENICE Venice | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Venice | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| GARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice | 5.1 mi | 8.4 |
| PINE VIEW SCHOOL Osprey | 5.8 mi | 9.3 |
| TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 6.6 mi | 8.4 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Osprey | 6.9 mi | 5.3 |
| STATE COLLEGE OF FLA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL-VENICE Venice | 8.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SARASOTA SUNCOAST ACADEMY Sarasota | 9.4 mi | 7.1 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH Sarasota | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota | 10.9 mi | 8.4 |
| NEWGATE SCHOOL Sarasota | 11.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 11.1 mi | 9.6 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 11.2 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34292 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,274
Median Home Value
$417,400
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
17,281
College Educated
43.2%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
67.4
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| ANDREA CASTILLO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 6.4 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
| FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Longwood, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Island Village Montessori School
What grades does Island Village Montessori School serve?
Island Village Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Island Village Montessori School?
Island Village Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Island Village Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Island Village Montessori School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Island Village Montessori School rank in FL?
Island Village Montessori School ranks #1,827 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Island Village Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Island Village Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Island Village Montessori School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Island Village Montessori School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Island Village Montessori School a charter school?
Yes, Island Village Montessori School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Island Village Montessori School a Title I school?
No, Island Village Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Island Village Montessori School?
48.4% of students at Island Village Montessori 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (941) 484-4999
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #42 of 56
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