Venice High School is a secondary school located in Venice, Florida for grades 9–12.
Serving 2,579 students in grades 9-12, Venice Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Venice Senior High School's student population of 2,579 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Venice Senior High School is 0.40, 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
#781 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sarasota School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venice Senior High School's ranking?
Venice Senior High School is ranked #781 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Venice Senior High School often compared to?
Venice Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, Sarasota High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venice Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Venice Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Venice Senior High School?
2,579 students attend Venice Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Venice Senior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Venice Senior High School?
Venice Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Venice Senior High School offer ?
Venice Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Venice Senior High School part of?
Venice Senior High School is part of Sarasota School District.
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