Serving 1,384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Laurel Nokomis School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Nokomis School serves the west part of its school district in Nokomis, FL, covering an area of approximately 60.3 square miles. Most students live around 10-12 minutes away, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Nokomis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel Nokomis School's student population of 1,384 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Nokomis School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Nokomis School is 0.48, 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
#463 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-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 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Nokomis School's ranking?
Laurel Nokomis School is ranked #463 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Laurel Nokomis School often compared to?
Laurel Nokomis Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venice Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Laurel Nokomis School?
1,384 students attend Laurel Nokomis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Laurel Nokomis School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Nokomis School?
Laurel Nokomis School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurel Nokomis School offer ?
Laurel Nokomis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Nokomis School part of?
Laurel Nokomis School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school, teachers and administration.
5 10/10/2025
Laurel Nokomis is one of the county's top schools in terms of student achievement and parent satisfaction. The school is unique in that it has grades PK through grade eight. The PTO is very involved and each year raises thousands of dollars to provide extras for the students.The environment is warm and nuturing, yet the children are challenged academically.
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