Excellent
#472 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 13% in state
Villages Charter School
School · SUMTER
350 TATONKA TERRACE, The Villages, FL 32162
Enrollment
3,728
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
3,728
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#472 of 3,778
In district
#2 of 9
SUMTER
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Villages Charter School
Villages Charter School is a public school in The Villages, FL, part of SUMTER. Villages Charter School serves approximately 3,728 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Villages Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Villages Charter School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Villages Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Villages Charter School is a large school: 3,728 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.
Villages Charter School 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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Villages Charter School — Students at Villages Charter School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 41 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 Villages Charter School Compares
See how Villages Charter 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
350 TATONKA TERRACE, The Villages, FL 32162
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villages Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. VILLAGE VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Summerfield), a more accessible option. Additionally, GRACEPOINTE ACADEMY (rated 4.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Summerfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in The Villages, see our The Villages schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32162 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,927
Median Home Value
$358,100
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
54,019
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
93.4%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
74.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villages Charter School
What grades does Villages Charter School serve?
Villages Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Villages Charter School?
Villages Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 3,728 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villages Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Villages Charter School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villages Charter School rank in FL?
Villages Charter School ranks #472 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Villages Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Villages Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Villages Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villages Charter School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Villages Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Villages Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Villages Charter School a Title I school?
No, Villages Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villages Charter School?
37.8% of students at Villages Charter 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,728
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 255
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sumter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (352) 259-2350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
SUMTER- District Enrollment
- 9,598
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,326
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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