Sarasota School District

The Sarasota School District is located in Sarasota, FL and includes 58 schools that serve 42,190 students in grades PK through 12.  

District Spending

The Sarasota School District spends $9,346 per pupil in current expenditures.  The district spends 59% on instruction, 37% on support services, and 4% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student Information

The Sarasota School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 3% in 2005.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%.  

In the Sarasota School District, 16% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The Sarasota School District serves 5% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.