Serving 813 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cranberry 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 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cranberry Elementary School serves the southeast part of North Port, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranberry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cranberry Elementary School's student population of 813 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
make tracks toward excellence
School Rankings
Cranberry 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 Cranberry 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
#942 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranberry Elementary School's ranking?
Cranberry Elementary School is ranked #942 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cranberry Elementary School often compared to?
Cranberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamarque Elementary School, Toledo Blade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cranberry Elementary School?
813 students attend Cranberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cranberry Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Cranberry Elementary School?
Cranberry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cranberry Elementary School offer ?
Cranberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cranberry Elementary School part of?
Cranberry Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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