For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,775 students in 34241, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 932 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 34241, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34241, FL are Lakeview Elementary School, Sarasota Suncoast Academy and Oak Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34241 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34241, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34241, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7299 Hand Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6571
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6571
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Sarasota Suncoast Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8084 Hawkins Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 924-4242
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 924-4242
Gr: K-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Oak Park School
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7285 Hand Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6428
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6428
Gr: K-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34241, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34241, FL include Lakeview Elementary School, Sarasota Suncoast Academy and Oak Park School.
How many public schools are located in 34241?
3 public schools are located in 34241.
What percentage of students in 34241 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 34241 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34241?
34241 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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