For the 2025 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 70% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34239, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1901 Webber St
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6420
Grades: PK-5
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Brookside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3636 S Shade Ave
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6472
Grades: 6-8
| 703 students
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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