Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences 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 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences 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 Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is 0.57, 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
#550 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
59%
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
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences's ranking?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is ranked #550 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences often compared to?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Sarasota Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences?
746 students attend Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences offer ?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences part of?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is part of Sarasota School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences located?
Sarasota School Of Arts/sciences is located in the Rosemary District neighborhood of Sarasota, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Rosemary District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2020
This school is amazing the students are all respectful and are very nice. The teachers are strict in a good way and fun which make very fun to learn. I would 10/10 recommend this school.
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