Below Average
#3128 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies
High School · SARASOTA
935 N BENEVA RD, Sarasota, FL 34232
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 34 schools in Sarasota. Learn more
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
31.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
31.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,128 of 3,778
In Sarasota
#34 of 36
public schools
In district
#54 of 56
SARASOTA
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Sarasota County Acceleration Academies
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About Sarasota County Acceleration Academies
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies is a public high school in Sarasota, FL, part of SARASOTA. Sarasota County Acceleration Academies serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 31.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sarasota County Acceleration Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,128 of 3,778 schools in FL.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Sarasota County Acceleration Academies 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.
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies runs 31.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Sarasota County Acceleration Academies Compares
See how Sarasota County Acceleration Academies 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
935 N BENEVA RD, Sarasota, FL 34232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sarasota County Acceleration Academies may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHCOL Sarasota | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT Sarasota | 1.5 mi | — |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| NUR ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.1 mi | — |
| MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
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
48
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota, FL | 4.6 |
| CENTER ACADEMY LUTZ Lutz, FL | 4.6 |
| LEARNING ACADEMY OF SANTA ROSA Milton, FL | 4.6 |
| GRADUATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Bonifay, FL | 4.5 |
| PINELLAS SECONDARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park, FL | 4.5 |
| TANTIE Okeechobee, FL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sarasota County Acceleration Academies
What grades does Sarasota County Acceleration Academies serve?
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sarasota County Acceleration Academies?
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sarasota County Acceleration Academies?
The student-teacher ratio at Sarasota County Acceleration Academies is 31.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sarasota County Acceleration Academies rank in FL?
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies ranks #3,128 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sarasota County Acceleration Academies's MySchoolScout rating?
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sarasota County Acceleration Academies a charter school?
No, Sarasota County Acceleration Academies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sarasota County Acceleration Academies a Title I school?
No, Sarasota County Acceleration Academies is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sarasota County Acceleration Academies?
3.2% of students at Sarasota County Acceleration Academies 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- (941) 315-2122
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
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District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #54 of 56
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