Serving 1,308 students in grades 6-8, Sarasota Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarasota Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sarasota Middle School's student population of 1,308 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
Sarasota Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarasota Middle School is 0.49, 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
#282 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarasota Middle School's ranking?
Sarasota Middle School is ranked #282 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sarasota Middle School often compared to?
Sarasota Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sarasota Middle School?
1,308 students attend Sarasota Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sarasota Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarasota Middle School?
Sarasota Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarasota Middle School offer ?
Sarasota Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarasota Middle School part of?
Sarasota Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
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