One of Sarasota County's greatest assets is its education system, from public schools top-ranked in the state to nationally recognized institutions of higher learning.  There are also unique opportunities for adults who have decided they have more to learn.

Rated among the top 17 percent of U.S. school districts by Expansion Management magazine (February 2005), Sarasota County was the only Florida school district to receive the magazine's “Gold Medal” rating.  The ranking is based on graduation rates, college board scores, student-to-teacher ratios, expenditures per student, teacher salaries and the level of adult education in the district. 

The county is also among Florida's best when it comes to standardized test scores, earning it a spot on Money Magazine's top 100 list.  Additionally,  Sarasota County tops the state in the number of Five Star Schools, which are recognized for their community involvement.
 

PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Sarasota County Public Schools
Manatee County Public Schools
Charlotte County Public Schools
Manatee Community College


PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Bradenton Academy
Bradenton Christian School
Cardinal Mooney High School
New Gate School
Out of Door Academy
Sarasota Christian School
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Martha Catholic School
St. Stephens Episcopal School

SECONDARY EDUCATION
University of South Florida
New College of Florida
Ringling School of Art
Sarasota County Technical Institute

SCHOOL REPORTS
School Reports - Sarasota County
School Reports - Manatee County
School Reports - Charlotte County

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