Excellent
#72 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 2% in state
Venice Elementary School
Elementary School · SARASOTA
150 MIAMI AVE E, Venice, FL 34285
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#72 of 3,778
In Venice
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Venice Elementary School
Venice Elementary School is a public elementary school in Venice, FL, part of SARASOTA. Venice Elementary School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Venice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Venice Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Venice Elementary School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
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- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Venice Elementary School — Students at Venice Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
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: 9.1/10.
How Venice Elementary School Compares
See how Venice Elementary School 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
150 MIAMI AVE E, Venice, FL 34285
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Venice Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Englewood), with a comparable rating. Another option is TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Sarasota), a more accessible option. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VENICE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Venice | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Venice | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Venice | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION Nokomis | 2.0 mi | — |
| ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Venice | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LAUREL NOKOMIS SCHOOL Nokomis | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HOPE PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Venice | 2.7 mi | — |
| SKY ACADEMY VENICE Venice | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| GARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice | 5.6 mi | 8.4 |
| PINE VIEW SCHOOL Osprey | 6.6 mi | 9.3 |
| TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 6.2 mi | 8.4 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Osprey | 7.7 mi | 5.3 |
| STATE COLLEGE OF FLA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL-VENICE Venice | 8.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Englewood | 10.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ENGLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Englewood | 10.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SARASOTA SUNCOAST ACADEMY Sarasota | 11.4 mi | 7.1 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH Sarasota | 11.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SKY ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Venice | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 12.0 mi | 7.9 |
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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|---|---|
| CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 9.4 |
| HAMLIN ELEMENTARY Winter Garden, FL | 9.4 |
| LAKE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL | 9.4 |
| MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 9.4 |
| OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo, FL | 9.4 |
| PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth, FL | 9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Venice Elementary School
What grades does Venice Elementary School serve?
Venice Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Venice Elementary School?
Venice Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Venice Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Venice Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Venice Elementary School rank in FL?
Venice Elementary School ranks #72 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Venice Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Venice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Venice Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Venice Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Venice Elementary School a charter school?
No, Venice Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Venice Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Venice Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Venice Elementary School?
40.4% of students at Venice Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.7%
- Phone
- (941) 486-2111
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #4 of 56
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