Serving 749 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 72% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (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 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is 0.60, 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
#550 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 School Of Arts/sciences's ranking?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is ranked #550 out of 3,704 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?
72% 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?
749 students attend Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 12/11/2020
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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