Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gocio Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gocio Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gocio Elementary School's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
A community that educates, empowers, and inspires lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Gocio Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gocio Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1982 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Gocio Elementary School's ranking?
Gocio Elementary School is ranked #1982 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gocio Elementary School often compared to?
Gocio Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuttle Elementary School, Emma E. Booker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gocio Elementary School?
636 students attend Gocio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gocio Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gocio Elementary School?
Gocio Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gocio Elementary School offer ?
Gocio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gocio Elementary School part of?
Gocio Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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