For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,672 students in 34285, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 190 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 34285, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34285, FL are Venice Elementary School, Student Leadership Academy and Garden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34285 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34285, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34285, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Venice Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
150 Miami Ave E
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-2111
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-2111
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Student Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Field Ave E
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-5551
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-5551
Gr: 6-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Garden Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Center Rd
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-2110
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-2110
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Venice Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Indian Ave
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-6726
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-6726
Gr: 9-12 | 2,579 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Sky Academy Englewood
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 W Center Rd
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 999-4775
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 999-4775
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Sky Academy Venice
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Center Rd
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 244-2626
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 244-2626
Gr: 6-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34285, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34285, FL include Venice Elementary School, Student Leadership Academy and Garden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34285?
6 public schools are located in 34285.
What percentage of students in 34285 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 34285 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34285?
34285 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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