At a glance
Reported students
1,228
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
83
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida other enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 446 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
635
Imagine School at North Port: 1,228 reported students.
State peer staffing position
65th percentile
14.8:1 reported; state peer median 10.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,176
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.6:1
What the reported data says about Imagine School at North Port
Imagine School at North Port is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in North Port. It is one of 65 current school records connected to Sarasota. NCES reports 1,228 students for 2024–25.
Among 446 combined / other schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 52 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.8:1, above the Florida median of 10.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (66.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (19.1%). English learners represent 3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Imagine School at North Port
- 1How do the reported 14.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 83 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 46.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White66.5%
- Hispanic19.1%
- Black5.8%
- Asian2.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial5.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Sarasota
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Pine View School
Other · Grades 02–12
1,752 reported students
Oak Park School
Other · Grades KG–12
211 reported students
Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program
Other · Grades KG–12
103 reported students
Children First
Other · Grades PK–PK
24 reported students
The Florida Center for Child and Family Development
Other · Grades PK–PK
15 reported students
Sarasota Virtual Academy (Virtual Franchise)
Other · Grades KG–12
12 reported students
Public schools near Imagine School at North Port
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo Blade Elementary School Elementary · Sarasota | PK–05 | 841 | 1.6 mi |
| Lamarque Elementary School Elementary · Sarasota | PK–05 | 1,025 | 1.9 mi |
| Woodland Middle School Middle · Sarasota | 06–08 | 1,040 | 2.4 mi |
| Charlotte Virtual Instruction Program Other · Charlotte | KG–12 | 0 | 5.8 mi |
| Charlotte Virtual Franchise Other · Charlotte | KG–12 | 83 | 5.8 mi |
| Charlotte Harbor School Other · Charlotte | PK–12 | 130 | 9.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Imagine School at North Port
What grades does Imagine School at North Port serve?
Imagine School at North Port reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Sarasota.
How many students attend Imagine School at North Port?
Imagine School at North Port reported 1,228 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 446 Florida combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,176 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Imagine School at North Port?
The calculated ratio is 14.8:1, based on 1,228 students and 83 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 10.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Imagine School at North Port a public, charter, or magnet school?
Imagine School at North Port is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Imagine School at North Port students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
46.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Imagine School at North Port in?
Imagine School at North Port is part of Sarasota, based in Sarasota, FL, which operates 65 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Imagine School at North Port?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Toledo Blade Elementary School (1.6 mi), Lamarque Elementary School (1.9 mi), Woodland Middle School (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.