For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 96 students in 34231, FL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 34231, FL is Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34231 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34231, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34231, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Gr: K-12 | 89 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Ese Special Programs
Special Education School
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Gr: PK-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
34231, Florida 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sarasota County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
01960 Landings Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-900
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-900
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34231, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34231, FL include Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public middle schools are located in 34231?
2 public middle schools are located in 34231.
What is the racial composition of students in 34231?
34231 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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