Serving 964 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Sarasota, FL, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles, with typical drives to the school averaging 10-12 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ashton Elementary School's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
Reach for the Stars
School Rankings
Ashton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashton Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#56 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashton Elementary School's ranking?
Ashton Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ashton Elementary School often compared to?
Ashton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ashton Elementary School?
964 students attend Ashton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ashton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashton Elementary School?
Ashton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashton Elementary School offer ?
Ashton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashton Elementary School part of?
Ashton Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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