Excellent
#641 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Venice Senior High School
High School · SARASOTA
1 INDIAN AVE, Venice, FL 34285
Enrollment
2,562
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,562
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#641 of 3,778
In Venice
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#17 of 56
SARASOTA
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Venice Senior High School
Venice Senior High School is a public high school in Venice, FL, part of SARASOTA. Venice Senior High School serves approximately 2,562 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Venice Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Venice Senior High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Venice Senior High School is a large school: 2,562 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Venice Senior High School runs 21.2:1 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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Venice Senior High School — Students at Venice Senior High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 8.5/10.
How Venice Senior High School Compares
See how Venice Senior High 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
1 INDIAN AVE, Venice, FL 34285
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Venice Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINE VIEW SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Osprey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VENICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 0.3 mi | 9.4 |
| EPIPHANY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Venice | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Venice | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION Nokomis | 2.3 mi | — |
| ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Venice | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SKY ACADEMY VENICE Venice | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LAUREL NOKOMIS SCHOOL Nokomis | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HOPE PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Venice | 2.8 mi | — |
| VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| TAYLOR RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 6.0 mi | 8.4 |
| PINE VIEW SCHOOL Osprey | 6.8 mi | 9.3 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Osprey | 7.9 mi | 5.3 |
| STATE COLLEGE OF FLA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL-VENICE Venice | 8.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Englewood | 10.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ENGLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Englewood | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SKY ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Venice | 11.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SARASOTA SUNCOAST ACADEMY Sarasota | 11.7 mi | 7.1 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH Sarasota | 12.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 12.3 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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|---|---|
| MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY Lakeland, FL | 8.2 |
| ALLEN D NEASE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ponte Vedra, FL | 8.1 |
| CITY/PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 8.1 |
| CREEKSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Saint Johns, FL | 8.1 |
| DORAL ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Doral, FL | 8.1 |
| WEST BOCA RATON HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Venice Senior High School
What grades does Venice Senior High School serve?
Venice Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Venice Senior High School?
Venice Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Venice Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Venice Senior High School is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Venice Senior High School rank in FL?
Venice Senior High School ranks #641 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Venice Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Venice Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Venice Senior High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Venice Senior High School a charter school?
No, Venice Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Venice Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Venice Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Venice Senior High School?
30.9% of students at Venice Senior High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (941) 488-6726
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #17 of 56
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