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#835 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Providence Community School
School
5600 DEER DR, Sarasota, FL 34240
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#835 of 1,462
In Sarasota
#10 of 20
public schools
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About Providence Community School
Providence Community School is a private school in Sarasota, FL. Providence Community School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #835 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Providence Community 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Providence Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Providence Community 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 Providence Community School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Community School (this school) | 6.2 |
| SELBY PRESCHOOL | — |
| COMMUNITY HAVEN FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES | — |
| TATUM RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT | — |
| FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS | 6.5 |
| MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES | 4.6 |
| BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| MARJORIE G. KINNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| OAK PARK SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.5 |
| EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| DREAMERS ACADEMY | 7.2 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES | 3.8 |
Showing 20 of 42 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
5600 DEER DR, Sarasota, FL 34240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PINNACLE ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bradenton), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEYOND THE SPECTRUM EDUCATION CENTER (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood Ranch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,048
Median Home Value
$622,100
Median Rent
$2,306/mo
Population
16,356
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
86.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
51.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Lakeland, FL | 6.2 |
| CAPE CORAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 6.2 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ARLINGTON Jacksonville, FL | 6.2 |
| FAITH FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 6.2 |
| GOSPEL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonita Springs, FL | 6.2 |
| LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Community School
What grades does Providence Community School serve?
Providence Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Providence Community School?
Providence Community School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Community School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence Community School rank in FL?
Providence Community School ranks #835 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Providence Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence Community School a private school?
Yes, Providence Community School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Providence Community School a religious school?
Providence Community School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- (941) 727-6860
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