For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,099 students in 34236, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in 34236, FL is Sarasota Military Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 34236 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34236, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34236 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sarasota Military Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34236, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Military Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 N Orange Ave
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 926-1700
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 926-1700
Gr: 6-12 | 1,099 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
34236, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Coastal Behavioral Healthcare Residential Treatmen High School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
1565 State Rd
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 927-8900
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 927-8900
Gr: 7-11
Gulf Coast Vocational Institute (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1684 Eleventh Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 361-6502
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 361-6502
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 34236, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 34236, FL include Sarasota Military Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 34236?
1 public high schools are located in 34236.
What is the racial composition of students in 34236?
34236 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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