Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alta Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Vista Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School 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
#1391 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Vista Elementary School is ranked #1391 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
473 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Elementary School located?
Alta Vista Elementary School is located in the Alta Vista neighborhood of Sarasota, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Alta Vista.
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