Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Booker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Booker Middle School's student population of 950 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Booker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booker Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2732 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker Middle School's ranking?
Booker Middle School is ranked #2732 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Booker Middle School often compared to?
Booker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcintosh Middle School, Sarasota Middle School, Brookside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Booker Middle School?
950 students attend Booker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Booker Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Booker Middle School?
Booker Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Booker Middle School offer ?
Booker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Booker Middle School part of?
Booker Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2020
The school has great programs and is overall very good the teachers get along with the kids and the kids are very educated. I would recommend the school.
5 3/23/2020
Great School. I have twins and they recently graduated BMS. They were inducted to the National Junior Honor Society which I believe is a testament to the quality of teachers & education they received. Dr. Frost, the principal does a wonderful job. It's obvious she cares about each student as I have witnessed it dozens of times. Both my daughters appreciated the individual attention they received from their teachers. I wish to thank the teachers & the staff individually, however there are too many to mention. Without hesitation, I give this school 5 stars.
4 1/20/2020
I don't like how you can't use your phone especially in aftercare but overall a good school except the phone rules
5 11/2/2018
One of the best schools in the district due to their recent proficient scores on State wide assessments and their VPA program
1 4/16/2018
Worst school I've ever seen. No one seems to know what is going on. Admin is nearly impossible to get answers from. A lot of the students are rude and out of control. There isn't any type of real security. Despite their academic and gifted programs I wouldn't recommend this school for any child.
5 6/3/2014
This school is amazing. They have great teachers. And the gifted program is a blast! Only thing I dont like is the administration never has time to talk. But other than that I ablsolutely love this school.
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