FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.sarasotacountyschools.net/fruitville

775 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Fruitville Elementary School, located at 601 Honore Avenue in Sarasota, Florida, is a public elementary school serving the Sarasota County School District. As a staple in its local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It follows the standard curriculum set by the district, focusing on foundational skills in reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating extracurricular activities to promote a well-rounded educational experience.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to the success of its diverse student body, utilizing collaborative teaching strategies and modern resources to meet individual learning needs. By maintaining a strong connection between staff, students, and parents, Fruitville Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. For families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current programs, the school maintains an active presence through the Sarasota County Schools website.

775

Total Students

63.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	438
Hispanic	223
Black	57
Asian	9
Two or More	48

White
438 (56.5 %)
Hispanic
223 (28.8 %)
Black
57 (7.4 %)
Two or More
48 (6.2 %)
Asian
9 (1.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SARASOTA
Phone:	(941)361-6200
Website:	http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/fruitville
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	775
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	310
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	77

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 20

Kindergarten 131

Grade 1 124

Grade 2 118

Grade 3 146

Grade 4 117

Grade 5 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	20
Kindergarten	131
Grade 1	124
Grade 2	118
Grade 3	146
Grade 4	117
Grade 5	119

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	368	47.5%
Male	407	52.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)