Serving 2,509 students in grades 9-12, Sarasota High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarasota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sarasota High School's student population of 2,509 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Rankings
Sarasota High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarasota High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2120 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sailor Sam
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarasota High School's ranking?
Sarasota High School is ranked #2120 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sarasota High School often compared to?
Sarasota High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, Booker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sarasota High School?
The graduation rate of Sarasota High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sarasota High School?
2,509 students attend Sarasota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sarasota High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarasota High School?
Sarasota High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarasota High School offer ?
Sarasota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarasota High School part of?
Sarasota High School is part of Sarasota School District.
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