For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,351 students in 34231, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 90 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 34231, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34231, FL are Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Gulf Gate Elementary School and Riverview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34231 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34231, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34231, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4747 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6424
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6424
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Gulf Gate Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6500 S Lockwood Ridge Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6499
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6499
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Riverview High School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Ram Way
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 923-1484
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 923-1484
Gr: 9-12 | 2,637 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Wilkinson Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 Wilkinson Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6477
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6477
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Ese Special Programs
Special Education School
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34231, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34231, FL include Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Gulf Gate Elementary School and Riverview High School.
How many public schools are located in 34231?
5 public schools are located in 34231.
What percentage of students in 34231 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 34231 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34231?
34231 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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