For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,246 students in 34232, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34232, FL are Sarasota Academy Of The Arts, Fruitville Elementary School and Brentwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34232 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34232, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34232, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Academy Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4466 Fruitville Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 377-2278
Gr: K-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Fruitville Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Honore Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Vinson Ave
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6230
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Mcintosh Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 361-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
34232, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amikids Infinity Sarasota, Inc. (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
705 South Mcintosh Rd
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 342-1844
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 342-1844
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34232, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34232, FL include Sarasota Academy Of The Arts, Fruitville Elementary School and Brentwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34232?
4 public elementary schools are located in 34232.
What is the racial composition of students in 34232?
34232 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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