Below Average

#1272 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Sarasota Christian School

School

5415 BAHIA VISTA ST, Sarasota, FL 34232

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,272 of 1,462

In Sarasota

#19 of 20

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About Sarasota Christian School

Sarasota Christian School is a private school in Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Christian School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sarasota Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,272 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.4 pts below FL schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Sarasota Christian 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.

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How Sarasota Christian School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.1:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

525

This School

669

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

7.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%

Sarasota Christian School Sarasota Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Sarasota Christian School (this school)	—	525	13.1:1	4.9
FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	747	12.4:1	7.1
MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.7 mi	761	13.8:1	6.7
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	562	11:1	6.9
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS	1.3 mi	176	10.4:1	6.5
TATUM RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	833	14.4:1	8.2
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES	2.7 mi	94	31.3:1	4.6
ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	982	15.1:1	9.6
TRIAD	3.3 mi	115	12.8:1	3.4
OAK PARK SCHOOL	3.3 mi	221	4.6:1	5.4
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	728	14.9:1	9.5
WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	436	10.9:1	5.2
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	690	13.3:1	5.1
SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.5 mi	1,308	17.2:1	8.4
SUNCOAST POLYTECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	3.5 mi	566	19.5:1	9.2
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	636	12.7:1	7.1
ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	473	12.1:1	7.5
SARASOTA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE)	3.6 mi	23	5.8:1	—
SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES	3.9 mi	103	10.3:1	3.8
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL	4.0 mi	2,509	20.2:1	6.1
BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.2 mi	703	13.5:1	8.3

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 3.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 13%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Enrollment 525

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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)

White 93.0%

Black 2.5%

Asian 1.9%

Hispanic 1.3%

Two or More 0.6%

Native American 0.4%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5415 BAHIA VISTA ST, Sarasota, FL 34232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sarasota Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEWGATE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SUNNYSIDE MENNONITE SCHOOL Sarasota	0.2 mi	26	—
FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	0.5 mi	747	7.1
MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota	0.7 mi	761	6.7
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.3 mi	562	6.9
ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.3 mi	60	5.6
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Sarasota	1.3 mi	176	6.5
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Sarasota	1.4 mi	26	—
ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHCOL Sarasota	1.5 mi	440	6.8
THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT Sarasota	1.8 mi	9	—
CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota	1.8 mi	554	5.7
EASTER SEALS ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	69	6.7
PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota	2.2 mi	63	5.2
COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.6 mi	156	7.2
BRICKHOUSE ACADEMY Sarasota	2.6 mi	20	—
TATUM RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.6 mi	833	8.2
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota	2.7 mi	94	4.6
ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota	2.9 mi	58	4.6
ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	3.2 mi	982	9.6
CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota	3.1 mi	116	6.6
NEWGATE SCHOOL Sarasota	3.3 mi	154	8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,041

Median Home Value

$332,600

Median Rent

$1,836/mo

Population

34,779

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Winter Park, FL	358	4.9
OKALOOSA ONLINE NON FRANCHISED Crestview, FL	589	5.0
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winter Park, FL	443	4.8
SANTA ROSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Milton, FL	336	5.1
IBCK EDUCATIONAL CENTER Kissimmee, FL	340	4.7
JEFFERSON SCHOOLS K-12 Monticello, FL	663	4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sarasota Christian School

What grades does Sarasota Christian School serve?

Sarasota Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Sarasota Christian School?

Sarasota Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sarasota Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sarasota Christian School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sarasota Christian School rank in FL?

Sarasota Christian School ranks #1,272 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Sarasota Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sarasota Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sarasota Christian School a private school?

Yes, Sarasota Christian 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 Sarasota Christian School a religious school?

Sarasota Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 64 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 525
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 40
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Sarasota County
Phone: (941) 371-6481

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