Villages Charter School

350 Tatonka Terrace
The Villages, FL 32162
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 3,346 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Villages Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 3,346 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Villages Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Villages Charter School's student population of 3,346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 208 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
3,346 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
208 teachers
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School Rankings

Villages Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Villages Charter School is 0.47, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#267 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
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77%
48%
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75%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
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American Indian
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Asian
5%
3%
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Hispanic
14%
36%
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Black
5%
21%
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White
71%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.47
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≥99%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Villages Charter School's ranking?
Villages Charter School is ranked #267 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Villages Charter School often compared to?
Villages Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Middle/ High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Villages Charter School?
The graduation rate of Villages Charter School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Villages Charter School?
3,346 students attend Villages Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Villages Charter School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Villages Charter School?
Villages Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Villages Charter School offer ?
Villages Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Villages Charter School part of?
Villages Charter School is part of Sumter School District.

School Reviews

1   4/26/2021
Cult like atmosphere. My child got detention for a high five passing a friend in the hallway. Teacher turnover is high. Makes you wonder why.
- Posted by Parent - Alice
3   10/15/2020
My family LOVES this school! The classes are small in comparison to the public schools around us. Both my children have gone to the school since they were 3. Yes, there is a high teacher turnover, but the teachers you have are highly qualified and motivated to teach your child. Yes, the administration has the option to kick out trouble students, and that is one of the better qualities of the school. My child doesn't have to put up with children who want to distract or disrupt the classes. My daughter is currently on a IEP and has been since she started school. The teachers are more than willing to help her learn in the ways that she needs to learn. You don't have to work for The Villages and have your job held over your head. You can work at the local public and your child can still attend the schools. School facilities are top-notch and always clean. The Charter Schools are the best choice for my children! I can't say enough to praise them!
- Posted by Parent - Proud Buffalo
2   10/1/2016
This school is rated so well, because they kick out any one they want for any reason. Kid having trouble with math? Out you go. Can't have those test scores drop. Your kid have a learning disability? Out they go too. They kicked a kindergarten child out of the school in the first month for "behavior issues." You tell me what kindergartener doesn't have trouble sitting still for the first few weeks of class.A terrible dissapointment, and administration is useless. They provide no help or support.Enroll your children at youth own risk.
- Posted by Parent - Iamja
2   8/18/2015
Arrogant Bullies in my experience run this school, this School violates all state and federal law when it comes to IDEA 504 Title ll, they claim they have no resource rooms when they do but only for the Villages teachers and corp employees children. I know many families that this school has hurt, someone needs to start a class action law suit. The claim being rated one of the best schools around. But when you get to pick the laws that you want to follow and get the best kids, and get rid of below average or learning disabled children. I guess you would have to be rated better then other schools. The school district is in on it also. Very nice campus. Cult like atmosphere. High teacher turn over. They like to hold kids back, they will spend more money fighting you to keep your kid out if they don't want you there then it would just to educate your child the right way under the law. Arrogant bullies would be the best term to describe the admin at the school. 30 years behind the time . You will have 3 to 4 hours of homework. You get to teach your kids at home. No lockers so your kids will carry heavy books around all day. They will have back problems by the end of the year.if you are not a teacher or village corp employee top level your kids will get no chance at scholarships and accolades that is reserved for teacher and level one village employees kids. thry have no tablets or high tech equipment giving to the for use. But expect your to have it. Everyone running around scared to say anything the hold your job over you head to get their way. I could go on for hours about this school with not much good to say in my experience.
- Posted by Parent - Gelco

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 3,346 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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