For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,340 students in 34232, FL (there are , serving 1,986 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 34232, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34232, FL are Fruitville Elementary School, Sarasota Academy Of The Arts 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 59% (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 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34232, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fruitville Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Honore Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 747 students
Rank: #22.
Sarasota Academy Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4466 Fruitville Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Grades: K-8
| 176 students
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Vinson Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #44.
Mcintosh Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Grades: 6-8
| 761 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 94 students
34232, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amikids Infinity Sarasota, Inc. (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
705 South Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 342-1844
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 342-1844
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
3975 Fruitville Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 954-4999
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 954-4999
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
133 S. Mcintosh Road
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 379-8399
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 379-8399
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34232, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34232, FL include Fruitville Elementary School, Sarasota Academy Of The Arts 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?
54% of all K-12 students in 34232 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34232?
34232 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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