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Selby Preschool
School · MANATEE
4405 DESOTO RD, Sarasota, FL 34235
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Selby Preschool
Selby Preschool is a public school in Sarasota, FL, part of the MANATEE. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 1.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,948, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Selby Preschool is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1.2:1, Selby Preschool offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.2:1
- Address
- 4405 DESOTO RD, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Website
- mdoss@communityhaven.com
- Phone
- (941) 355-8808
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
4405 DESOTO RD, Sarasota, FL 34235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Selby Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Bradenton). Another option is MARJORIE G. KINNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away). Additionally, FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,948
Median Home Value
$338,200
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
15,114
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
57.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Selby Preschool has a median household income of $72,948. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,200, with a median rent of $1,729/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Selby Preschool
What grades does Selby Preschool serve?
Selby Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Selby Preschool?
Selby Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Selby Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Selby Preschool is 1.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Selby Preschool a charter school?
No, Selby Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Selby Preschool a Title I school?
No, Selby Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,165/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sarasota). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- (941) 355-8808
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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