Sarasota Military Academy is a military academy charter school founded in 2002 in Sarasota, Florida. The academy consists of a middle school and a high school. The school's athletic teams compete as the Eagles. Other extracurricular activities include JROTC programs and a drum line squad.
Serving 997 students in grades 6-12, Sarasota Military Academy 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarasota Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sarasota Military Academy's student population of 997 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Motto
Passion to Learn. Courage to Try.
School Rankings
Sarasota Military Academy 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 Military Academy is 0.61, 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
#2182 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarasota Military Academy's ranking?
Sarasota Military Academy is ranked #2182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sarasota Military Academy often compared to?
Sarasota Military Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, Sarasota High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sarasota Military Academy?
The graduation rate of Sarasota Military Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sarasota Military Academy?
997 students attend Sarasota Military Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sarasota Military Academy students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarasota Military Academy?
Sarasota Military Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarasota Military Academy offer ?
Sarasota Military Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarasota Military Academy part of?
Sarasota Military Academy is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarasota Military Academy located?
Sarasota Military Academy is located in the Rosemary District neighborhood of Sarasota, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Rosemary District.
School Calendar
View the Sarasota Military Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - OFFICES CLOSED
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - OFFICES CLOSED
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - OFFICES CLOSED
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - OFFICES CLOSED
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - OFFICES CLOSED
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great college prep school. Staff is knowledgeable on their fields and always willing to speak to parents. Headmaster Kennedy is always available and interacts with students on a daily basis.
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