SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES

www.suncoastschool.org

Charter School 142 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (SSIS) is a public charter school located in Sarasota, Florida, that serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a commitment to small class sizes and a personalized learning environment, which allows teachers to focus on the unique academic and emotional needs of every student. By prioritizing a close-knit community atmosphere, the school aims to create a supportive space that fosters both intellectual curiosity and character development.

The school’s academic philosophy centers on "innovative studies," which integrates traditional core curriculum with project-based learning and critical thinking exercises. By utilizing diverse instructional techniques, SSIS seeks to move beyond standard lecture formats to encourage active student participation. The school is also known for its strong focus on parent and community involvement, viewing the educational journey as a partnership that prepares students for success in high school and beyond.

142

Total Students

12.6

Full-Time Teachers

11.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES
Demographic	Student Count
White	21
Hispanic	48
Black	57
Asian	2
Two or More	14

Black
57 (40.1 %)
Hispanic
48 (33.8 %)
White
21 (14.8 %)
Two or More
14 (9.9 %)
Asian
2 (1.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SARASOTA
Phone:	(941)952-5277
Website:	http://www.suncoastschool.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	142
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	12.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	79
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* 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

Kindergarten 21

Grade 1 22

Grade 2 27

Grade 3 32

Grade 4 20

Grade 5 20

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	21
Grade 1	22
Grade 2	27
Grade 3	32
Grade 4	20
Grade 5	20

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	71	50%
Male	71	50%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)