For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,286 students in 34232, FL (there are 12 private schools, serving 1,891 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 34232, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34232, FL are Sarasota Academy Of The Arts, Fruitville Elementary School and Brentwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34232 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34232, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34232, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Academy Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
582 Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Gr: K-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Fruitville Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Honore Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Vinson Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Mcintosh Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Sarasota County Acceleration Academies
Alternative School
935 N Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 315-2122
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 315-2122
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34232, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34232, FL include Sarasota Academy Of The Arts, Fruitville Elementary School and Brentwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34232?
5 public schools are located in 34232.
What percentage of students in 34232 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 34232 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34232?
34232 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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