For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 543 students in 34237, FL.
The top-ranked public charter school in 34237, FL is Suncoast School For Innovative Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 34237 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 34237, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34237, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
845 S School Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 952-5277
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 952-5277
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Dreamers Academy
Charter School
1050 S Tuttle Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 444-8000
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 444-8000
Gr: K-4 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
34237, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Phoenix Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1085 S Shade Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 316-8101
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 316-8101
Gr: 8-10 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 34237, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 34237, FL include Suncoast School For Innovative Studies.
How many public charter schools are located in 34237?
2 public charter schools are located in 34237.
What is the racial composition of students in 34237?
34237 public charter schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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