Serving 96 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Suncoast School For Innovative Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies's student population of 96 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Orange and Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student. Every Family. Every Day.
School Rankings
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suncoast School For Innovative Studies is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3263 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
44%
21%
White
15%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suncoast School For Innovative Studies's ranking?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies is ranked #3263 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Suncoast School For Innovative Studies often compared to?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Sarasota Academy Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Suncoast School For Innovative Studies?
96 students attend Suncoast School For Innovative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Suncoast School For Innovative Studies students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suncoast School For Innovative Studies?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Suncoast School For Innovative Studies offer ?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suncoast School For Innovative Studies part of?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Suncoast School For Innovative Studies located?
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies is located in the Alta Vista neighborhood of Sarasota, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Alta Vista.
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