For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 656 students in 34235, FL (there are , serving 268 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 34235, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 34235, FL is Gocio Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 34235 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34235, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34235, FL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gocio Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3450 Gocio Rd
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 361-6405
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 361-6405
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
Rank: n/an/a
Community Haven For Adults And Children With Disabilities
Special Education School
4405 Desoto Rd
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Grades: PK
| 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Florida Center For Child And Family Development
Special Education School
4620 17th St
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 371-8820
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 371-8820
Grades: PK
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Selby Preschool
Special Education School
4405 Desoto Rd
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Grades: PK
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34235, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34235, FL include Gocio Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34235?
4 public schools are located in 34235.
What percentage of students in 34235 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 34235 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34235?
34235 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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