Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Island Village Montessori School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Island Village Montessori School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Island Village Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Village Montessori School is 0.49, 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
#1177 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Village Montessori School's ranking?
Island Village Montessori School is ranked #1177 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Island Village Montessori School often compared to?
Island Village Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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?
527 students attend Island Village Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Island Village Montessori School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% 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 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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Event
Date
Juneteenth - School Closed
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
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