CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.sarasotacountyschools.net/cranberry

813 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Cranberry Elementary School, located in North Port, Florida, serves as a central hub for early education within the Sarasota County School District. As a public institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and the cultivation of foundational skills for its diverse student body. The school is known for its commitment to providing a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science with enrichment opportunities designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Cranberry Elementary prides itself on maintaining strong community ties and promoting a collaborative atmosphere between educators, parents, and students. By leveraging the resources of the Sarasota County school system, the school strives to integrate modern educational practices and technology into the classroom. With its emphasis on inclusivity and student-centered learning, Cranberry Elementary acts as a vital pillar for families in the North Port area, ensuring that young learners have access to the guidance and tools necessary to reach their full potential.

813

Total Students

55.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	501
Hispanic	180
Black	62
Asian	10
Two or More	54
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	3

White
501 (61.6%)
Hispanic
180 (22.1%)
Black
62 (7.6%)
Two or More
54 (6.6%)
Asian
10 (1.2%)
American Indian
3 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.4%)

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)480-3400
Website:	http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/cranberry
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	813
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	55.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	421
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	117

* 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 43

Kindergarten 112

Grade 1 134

Grade 2 124

Grade 3 132

Grade 4 130

Grade 5 138