For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,537 students in 34231, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 121 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 34231, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34231, FL are Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School and Gulf Gate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34231 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34231, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34231, FL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4747 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6424
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6424
Grades: PK-5
| 731 students
Rank: #22.
Riverview High School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Ram Way
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 923-1484
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 923-1484
Grades: 9-12
| 2,597 students
Rank: #33.
Gulf Gate Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6500 S Lockwood Ridge Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6499
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6499
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #44.
Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Grades: K-12
| 87 students
Rank: #55.
Wilkinson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Wilkinson Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6477
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 361-6477
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ese Special Programs
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students
34231, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sarasota County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
01960 Landings Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-900
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-900
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34231, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34231, FL include Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School and Gulf Gate Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34231?
6 public schools are located in 34231.
What percentage of students in 34231 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 34231 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34231?
34231 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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