Serving 811 students in grades 6-8, Booker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Booker Middle School's student population of 811 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Booker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booker Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2559 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tornados
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker Middle School's ranking?
Booker Middle School is ranked #2559 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Booker Middle School often compared to?
Booker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcintosh Middle School, Brookside Middle School, Sarasota Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Booker Middle School?
811 students attend Booker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Booker Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booker Middle School?
Booker Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Booker Middle School offer ?
Booker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Booker Middle School part of?
Booker Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing. They have great teachers. And the gifted program is a blast! Only thing I dont like is the administration never has time to talk. But other than that I ablsolutely love this school.
1 10/10/2025
Worst school I've ever seen. No one seems to know what is going on. Admin is nearly impossible to get answers from. A lot of the students are rude and out of control. There isn't any type of real security. Despite their academic and gifted programs I wouldn't recommend this school for any child.
5 10/10/2025
One of the best schools in the district due to their recent proficient scores on State wide assessments and their VPA program
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