WINK Digital Team
•7/1/2026
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK) — Charlotte County Public Schools has earned an A district rating from the Florida Department of Education for the first time in 15 years, placing the district among the top third of school districts in Florida.
The district's performance reflects significant academic growth and continued progress across schools, resulting in a 39-point increase in overall accountability points compared to the previous year. The district now ranks No. 21 out of Florida's 67 school districts and is among the state's top 16 fastest-improving school districts.
The district reduced the number of C-rated schools from six to two, with no district-operated schools earning a D or F rating.
Ten schools earned an A rating, including:
"Earning our first A district rating in 15 years is a tremendous achievement and a proud moment for Charlotte County Public Schools," Superintendent Mark Vianello said.
"This milestone represents the dedication of our students, employees, families, community partners and everyone who has invested in the success of our schools," Vianello said. "When a community comes together to support its students, extraordinary things happen."
The district's A rating demonstrates progress across multiple accountability measures, including student achievement, learning gains, graduation outcomes and college and career readiness indicators. The results align with the district's strategic focus on increasing academic rigor, strengthening instructional support and preparing every student for success after graduation.
"Charlotte County's strong support for public education made this achievement possible," School Board Chair John LeClair said. "On behalf of the Charlotte County School Board, I could not be more proud of what we have accomplished together."
