Serving 892 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 37% 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: 892 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Atwater Elementary serves the southeastern part of North Port, FL, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atwater Elementary School's student population of 892 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
892 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atwater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atwater Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#918 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Atwater Elementary School's ranking?
Atwater Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Atwater Elementary School often compared to?
Atwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toledo Blade Elementary School, Cranberry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Atwater Elementary School?
892 students attend Atwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Atwater Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atwater Elementary School?
Atwater Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atwater Elementary School offer ?
Atwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atwater Elementary School part of?
Atwater Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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