Very Good
#1415 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 37% in state
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Elementary School · SARASOTA
2350 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING WAY, Sarasota, FL 34234
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,415 of 3,778
In Sarasota
#21 of 36
public schools
In district
#35 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Elementary School in Sarasota · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Emma E. Booker Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sarasota, FL, part of SARASOTA. Emma E.
Booker Elementary School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma E. Booker Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,415 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Emma E. Booker Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Emma E. Booker Elementary School — Students at Emma E. Booker Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
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: 5.8/10.
How Emma E. Booker Elementary School Compares
See how Emma E. Booker Elementary 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
2350 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING WAY, Sarasota, FL 34234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma E. Booker Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DREAMERS ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN FIRST Sarasota | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| NUR ACADEMY Sarasota | 1.5 mi | — |
| GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Sarasota | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS Sarasota | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES Sarasota | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
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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| GRASP ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma E. Booker Elementary School
What grades does Emma E. Booker Elementary School serve?
Emma E. Booker Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emma E. Booker Elementary School?
Emma E. Booker Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma E. Booker Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma E. Booker Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emma E. Booker Elementary School rank in FL?
Emma E. Booker Elementary School ranks #1,415 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Emma E. Booker Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma E. Booker Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Emma E. Booker Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma E. Booker Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emma E. Booker Elementary School a charter school?
No, Emma E. Booker Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emma E. Booker Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Emma E. Booker Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma E. Booker Elementary School?
93.8% of students at Emma E. Booker Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (941) 361-6480
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #35 of 56
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