IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH
IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the SARASOTA school district, located in SARASOTA, FL with about 474 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH is a tuition-free public charter school located in Sarasota, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Operating as part of the broader Imagine Schools network, the institution emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and strong community engagement. By maintaining a structured environment, the school aims to prepare students for high school success while fostering a sense of personal responsibility and integrity in each pupil.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards while incorporating unique enrichment programs that encourage critical thinking and creativity. Beyond the classroom, IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH prides itself on creating a partnership between students, staff, and parents, often utilizing the "Six Measures of Excellence" framework to evaluate its effectiveness in areas like parent satisfaction, academic growth, and operational stability. With its location in the Palmer Ranch area, the school serves as a popular choice for local families looking for a specialized charter option that balances traditional academics with a values-based school culture.
For more information, contact IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH at (941) 257-1124 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SARASOTA, FL 34238-2965
(941) 257-1124
IMAGINE SCHOOL AT PALMER RANCH is a public Title I Charter school in SARASOTA, FL with about 474 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
SARASOTA DISTRICT OFFICE - District:
- SARASOTA
- Total Students:
- 474
- Teachers:
- 39
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 474 students
- White
- 60.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 28.7%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- Black or African American
- 3.0%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 51.5%
- Male
- 48.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.