Serving 844 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taylor Ranch Elementary 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 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 21% 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: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor Ranch Elementary School serves the southern part of Venice, FL, covering an area of approximately 35.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 6.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Taylor Ranch Elementary School's student population of 844 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
844 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
Taylor Ranch Elementary 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 Taylor Ranch Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#541 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor Ranch Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Taylor Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Taylor Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Elementary School, Englewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Taylor Ranch Elementary School?
844 students attend Taylor Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Taylor Ranch Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor Ranch Elementary School?
Taylor Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taylor Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Taylor Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor Ranch Elementary School part of?
Taylor Ranch Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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