For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,163 students in 34237, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34237, FL are Alta Vista Elementary School and Tuttle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34237 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34237, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34237, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1050 S Euclid Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 361-6400
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 361-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Tuttle Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2863 8th St
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 361-6433
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 361-6433
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 preschools in 34237, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34237, FL include Alta Vista Elementary School and Tuttle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34237?
2 public preschools are located in 34237.
What is the racial composition of students in 34237?
34237 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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