Very Good
#1339 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 35% in state
Booker Middle School
Middle School · SARASOTA
2250 MYRTLE ST, Sarasota, FL 34234
Enrollment
961
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
961
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,339 of 3,778
In Sarasota
#19 of 36
public schools
In district
#32 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Booker Middle School
Middle School in Sarasota · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Dreamers Academy
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Emma E. Booker Elementary School
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Booker Middle School
Booker Middle School is a public middle school in Sarasota, FL, part of SARASOTA. Booker Middle School serves approximately 961 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,339 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Booker Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- FL avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Booker Middle School — Students at Booker Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Booker Middle School Compares
See how Booker Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2250 MYRTLE ST, Sarasota, FL 34234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| EMMA E. BOOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| NUR ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHILDREN FIRST Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Sarasota | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MARJORIE G. KINNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,607
Median Home Value
$222,900
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
22,051
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
42.1
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| BARRINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lithia, FL | 7.1 |
| OMNI MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 7.1 |
| TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 7.1 |
| EAST RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clermont, FL | 7.0 |
| HERON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL North Port, FL | 7.0 |
| INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter, FL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker Middle School
What grades does Booker Middle School serve?
Booker Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Booker Middle School?
Booker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 961 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker Middle School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker Middle School rank in FL?
Booker Middle School ranks #1,339 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Booker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Booker Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Booker Middle School a charter school?
No, Booker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker Middle School a Title I school?
No, Booker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker Middle School?
80.0% of students at Booker Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 961
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (941) 359-5824
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #32 of 56
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