For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,384 students in 34239, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34239, FL are Southside Elementary School and Brookside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34239 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34239, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34239, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1901 Webber St
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Brookside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3636 S Shade Ave
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Gr: 6-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34239, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34239, FL include Southside Elementary School and Brookside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34239?
2 public elementary schools are located in 34239.
What is the racial composition of students in 34239?
34239 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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