For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,744 students in 34236, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34236, FL are Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences and Sarasota Military Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34236 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34236, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34236, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
717 Central Ave
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 330-1855
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 330-1855
Gr: 6-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Sarasota Military Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 N Orange Ave
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 926-1700
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 926-1700
Gr: 6-12 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34236, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34236, FL include Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences and Sarasota Military Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34236?
2 public elementary schools are located in 34236.
What is the racial composition of students in 34236?
34236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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