For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,034 students in 34241, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34241, FL are Sarasota Suncoast Academy and Oak Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34241 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34241, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34241, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Suncoast Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8084 Hawkins Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 924-4242
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 924-4242
Gr: K-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Oak Park School
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7285 Hand Rd
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6428
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 361-6428
Gr: K-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34241, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34241, FL include Sarasota Suncoast Academy and Oak Park School.
How many public middle schools are located in 34241?
2 public middle schools are located in 34241.
What is the racial composition of students in 34241?
34241 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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