For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,482 students in 34233, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34233, FL are Sarasota Middle School and Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34233 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34233, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34233, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4826 Ashton Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 361-6464
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 361-6464
Gr: 6-8 | 1,290 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4748 Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 927-9000
Gr: K-12 | 103 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
4748 Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 924-1365
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 924-1365
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: n/an/a
Triad
Alternative School
4430 Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 361-6752
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 361-6752
Gr: 6-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34233, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34233, FL include Sarasota Middle School and Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public middle schools are located in 34233?
4 public middle schools are located in 34233.
What is the racial composition of students in 34233?
34233 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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