For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,949 students in 34239, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 164 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 34239, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 34239, FL are Southside Elementary School, Brookside Middle School and Sarasota High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34239 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34239, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34239, FL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1901 Webber St
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Grades: K-5
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Brookside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3636 S Shade Ave
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Grades: 6-8
| 760 students
Rank: #33.
Sarasota High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2155 Bahia Vista St
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 955-0181
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 955-0181
Grades: 9-12
| 2,508 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34239, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34239, FL include Southside Elementary School, Brookside Middle School and Sarasota High School.
How many public schools are located in 34239, FL?
3 public schools are located in 34239, FL.
What percentage of students in 34239, FL go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 34239, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34239, FL?
34239, FL public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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