Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Island Village Montessori 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Village Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Island Village Montessori School's student population of 546 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
546 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Island Village Montessori 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 Island Village Montessori School is 0.50, 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
#1091 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
18%
37%

Black
3%
21%

White
68%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Island Village Montessori School's ranking?
Island Village Montessori School is ranked #1091 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Island Village Montessori School?
546 students attend Island Village Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Island Village Montessori School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Island Village Montessori School?
Island Village Montessori School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island Village Montessori School offer ?
Island Village Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Island Village Montessori School part of?
Island Village Montessori School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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