Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus 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 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus's student population of 578 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus 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 Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus is 0.68, 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
#393 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
23%
37%

Black
21%
21%

White
47%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus's ranking?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus is ranked #393 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus often compared to?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plusis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus?
578 students attend Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus offer ?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus part of?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus located?
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus is located in the Indian Beach And Sapphire Shores neighborhood of Sarasota, FL.
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