Serving 2,584 students in grades 9-12, Venice Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Venice Senior High School's student population of 2,584 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Venice Senior High School is 0.37, 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
#1022 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venice Senior High School's ranking?
Venice Senior High School is ranked #1022 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Venice Senior High School often compared to?
Venice Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, North Port High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venice Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Venice Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Venice Senior High School?
2,584 students attend Venice Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Venice Senior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venice Senior High School?
Venice Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Venice Senior High School offer ?
Venice Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Venice Senior High School part of?
Venice Senior High School is part of Sarasota School District.
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