Excellent
#99 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 3% in state
Student Leadership Academy
Middle School · SARASOTA
200 FIELD AVE E, Venice, FL 34285
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#99 of 3,778
In Venice
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 56
SARASOTA
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Student Leadership Academy
Student Leadership Academy is a public middle school in Venice, FL, part of SARASOTA. Student Leadership Academy serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Student Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Student Leadership Academy show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Student Leadership Academy 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.
Score Breakdown
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Student Leadership Academy — Students at Student Leadership Academy score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Student Leadership Academy Compares
See how Student Leadership Academy 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
200 FIELD AVE E, Venice, FL 34285
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Student Leadership Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SKY ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD (rated 7.7/10, 10.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SKY ACADEMY VENICE (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VENICE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Venice | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Venice | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SKY ACADEMY VENICE Venice | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION Nokomis | 3.1 mi | — |
| ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Venice | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HOPE PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Venice | 3.4 mi | — |
| LAUREL NOKOMIS SCHOOL Nokomis | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice | 5.4 mi | 8.4 |
| TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PINE VIEW SCHOOL Osprey | 7.6 mi | 9.3 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Osprey | 8.7 mi | 5.3 |
| STATE COLLEGE OF FLA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL-VENICE Venice | 8.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Englewood | 9.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ENGLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Englewood | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SKY ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Venice | 10.6 mi | 7.7 |
| SARASOTA SUNCOAST ACADEMY Sarasota | 12.6 mi | 7.1 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH Sarasota | 12.8 mi | 6.1 |
| KINDERGARTEN PREP North Port | 11.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34285 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,712
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
18,821
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
69.6
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| OKALOOSA STEMM CENTER Valparaiso, FL | 9.4 |
| EAST LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING Tarpon Springs, FL | 9.2 |
| ARCHIMEDEAN MIDDLE CONSERVATORY Miami, FL | 9.1 |
| GULF COAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Spring Hill, FL | 9.1 |
| MARCO ISLAND CHARTER MIDDLE Marco Island, FL | 9.0 |
| ORLANDO GIFTED ACADEMY Orlando, FL | 9.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Student Leadership Academy
What grades does Student Leadership Academy serve?
Student Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Student Leadership Academy?
Student Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Student Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Student Leadership Academy is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Student Leadership Academy rank in FL?
Student Leadership Academy ranks #99 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Student Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Student Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Student Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Student Leadership Academy has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Student Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Student Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Student Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Student Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Student Leadership Academy?
24.5% of students at Student Leadership Academy 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (941) 485-5551
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #6 of 56
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