Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is 0.62, 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
#506 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
red, grey, black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences's ranking?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is ranked #506 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences often compared to?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Sarasota Middle School, Sarasota Suncoast Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences?
747 students attend Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences offer ?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences part of?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences located?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is located in the Rosemary District neighborhood of Sarasota, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Rosemary District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing the students are all respectful and are very nice. The teachers are strict in a good way and fun which make very fun to learn. I would 10/10 recommend this school.
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