Serving 724 students in grades 6-8, Brookside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brookside Middle School's student population of 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Brookside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside 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
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sarasota School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Middle School's ranking?
Brookside Middle School is ranked #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Brookside Middle School often compared to?
Brookside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarasota Middle School, Mcintosh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Brookside Middle School?
724 students attend Brookside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Brookside Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Middle School?
Brookside Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brookside Middle School offer ?
Brookside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookside Middle School part of?
Brookside Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school rocks! The academics are great, the sports are great. It doesn't get much better than this. Anyone who wants a good example of a what Florida is all about should enroll their child emmidiately. Go BMS!!!
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