What grades does BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the SARASOTA area.

Where is BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a urban school in SARASOTA, FL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL is 14.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in SARASOTA, FL?

Schools in SARASOTA include BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the SARASOTA area.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Sat

Four Board Members will be present at the Harvest HouseEvent

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Oct

Mon

Soccer / Volleyball / Tennis - Home vs Skye RanchEvent

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Oct

Tue

Breakfast at Bistro 502BreakDistrict-wide

Menu #1

Oct

Tue

Work Session-Landings Board ChambersEvent

LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147

Oct

Tue

Modern Band ConcertEvent

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Oct

Wed

PTSO McTeacher's Spirit Night Staff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

961

Student:Teacher

14.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

SARASOTA

Econ. Disadvantaged

80.0%

Phone

(941)359-5824

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

41%

29th percentile in FL

Math Proficiency

45%

45th percentile in FL

Chronic Absenteeism

7.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

45 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1

Better than average in FL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,744

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,033

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,480

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,899

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 9%Local 81%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.3%

Below 150% poverty line

3.5%

Unemployment rate

10.3%

Uninsured residents

6.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

7,593

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

7,137

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

3,027 (42%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,649 (23%)

Other Health Impairment

872 (12%)

Autism

788 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

300 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

89 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

811

Current enrollment

Stable(+2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Oct 3, 2026

Four Board Members will be present at the Harvest House

Review the event notice for time and location details.

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Soccer / Volleyball / Tennis - Home vs Skye Ranch

Soccer Girls 5:30 PM Soccer Boys 6:30 PM Tennis 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:15 PM.

Event

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

Breakfast at Bistro 502

Menu #1

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in SARASOTA. Booker Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	3rd Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	4th Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	5th Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	PM1 Makeup Math testingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School-Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	2nd Grade ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Webinar: Preparing for Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Join us for our first Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to best prepare for parent-teacher conferences. During the session, participants will gain ideas for before, during, and after conferences. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	1st Grade ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	KG ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	2nd Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	1st Grade STAR Math AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	KG Math TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	CLT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for schedule and preparation information.	exam	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Soccer / Volleyball / Tennis - Away at Laurel Soccer Girls 5:30 PM Soccer Boys 6:30 PM Tennis 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:15 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Sat, Oct 3, 2026	Four Board Members will be present at the Harvest House Review the event notice for time and location details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Soccer / Volleyball / Tennis - Home vs Skye Ranch Soccer Girls 5:30 PM Soccer Boys 6:30 PM Tennis 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:15 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	Work Session-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	Modern Band Concert Check the music department calendar for concert date, time, and location.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	PTSO McTeacher's Spirit Night District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	SAT NCR TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Webinar: Read Aloud - Comprehension Strategies for Families Join us for our second Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to use picture books to build reading comprehension with your children. During the session, participants will learn tips to support their children in being life-long readers. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Soccer / Volleyball / Tennis - Home vs Sarasota Soccer Girls 5:30 PM Soccer Boys 6:30 PM Tennis 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:15 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	CLT - 10 TestingDistrict-wide Any 11 or 12 student needing a reading concordant score	exam	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	End of 1st Grading Period	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Day-Students, 186 Staff	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide Menu #1	Break	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	PSAT/NMSQT Testing WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Board Mtg/Garden Redistricting-Board Chambers-Open to Public Meeting Open to Public.LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	School Board Meeting-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	CLT10 (NCR) TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	SCS ESE Parent Information Opportunity: Gifted Eligibility and Magnet School Process Join Us! Learn, Explore, Plan for your child's future! Discover more possibilities! Two sessions offered: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and Thursday, October 29, 2026.Zoom Webinar Link: https://sarasotacountyschools.zoom.us/j/85425375190Click to view flyer>> Gifted Parent Opportunity October 2026	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	CLT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for schedule and preparation information.	exam	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	CLT TestingDistrict-wide Any student that previously signed up	exam	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	SCS ESE Parent Information Opportunity: Gifted Eligibility and Magnet School Process Join Us! Learn, Explore, Plan for your child's future! Discover more possibilities! Two sessions offered: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and Thursday, October 29, 2026.Zoom Webinar Link: https://sarasotacountyschools.zoom.us/j/85425375190Click to view flyer>> Gifted Parent Opportunity October 2026	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Drama One Act Festival	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Junior Thespians Showcase	Event	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Webinar: Career and Technical Education Explained Join us for our third Lunch and Learn session to discuss career and technical education programming. During the session, participants will explore the variety of programming offered to Sarasota County Schools' families. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Tuttle Family Books & BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	CLT - 10 TestingDistrict-wide Any Grade 11 or 12 student needing a reading concordant score	exam	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Basketball - Away at Heron Creek Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	BMS/BHS Band & Orch Concert	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Work Session-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Basketball - Away at Laurel Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	ASVAB TESTINGDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Basketball - Away at Woodland Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Fall FCLE Testing WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Dist. Board (Away) w/ReOrg Meeting @ Venice HS PAC LOCATION:Venice HS Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Building 5, Venice, FL 34285, USACONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Basketball - Home vs Skye Ranch Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Fall Band Concert Check the event notice for performance details and ticket information.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	ECLE - Florida Civics Literacy ExamDistrict-wide All Semester 1 US Gov. students	exam	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide Menu #2	Break	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Basketball - Away at McIntosh Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break-Students, 186, 196, 220 Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break-240 Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Holiday HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for hours and location details.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	Work Session-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	Basketball - Home vs Sarasota Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Basketball - Home vs Brookside Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Winter Orchestra/Mariachi Concert	Event	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	School Board Meeting-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147	Event	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Basketball - Away at Pine View Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Winter Music Concert Check the performance notice for participation and details.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Basketball - Home vs Venice Girls 6:15 PM Boys 7:35 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Winter Dance Concert Review the performance notice for concert details and ticket information.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Fine Art and Digital Design Show	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 2nd Grading Period	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - Students, All Staff	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break - Students, All Staff	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Day-Students,186 Staff	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Webinar: Growing Algebraic Minds Join us for our fourth Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to develop math thinking to support strong algebraic understanding. During the session, participants will explore ways to support foundational skills and beginning algebra concepts at the elementary level. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day-Students, All Staff	Event	—
Thu, Feb 4, 2027	Track & Field - Away at Woodland Meet begins 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Feb 4, 2027	BMS/BHS Orchestra Concert	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Musical Theatre Performance	Event	—
Sat, Feb 6, 2027	Musical Theatre Performance	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Webinar: Explore What's Possible Join us for our fifth Lunch and Learn session to discuss the many opportunities Sarasota County has to offer families. During the session, explore free and low cost activities for students and families. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Track & Field - Home vs Skye Ranch Meet begins 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day-Students, All Staff	Event	—
Thu, Feb 18, 2027	Track & Field - Away at Venice Meet begins 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Track & Field - Home vs Pine View Meet begins 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	Webinar: Mindfulness for the WHole Family Join us for our sixth Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to implement mindfulness with your children. During the session, participants will gain learn and practice three types of mindfulness that are easy to begin with children. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	Track & Field - Away at McIntosh Meet begins 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	Modern Band Concert Check the music department calendar for concert date, time, and location.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	End of 3rd Grading Period Review the academic calendar for grading period dates and report card timing.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Professional Day-Students, 186 Staff	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break-Students, All Staff School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Mini Break-Students, 186, 196, 220 Staff	Event	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	Spring Drama Performance Check the performance notice for dates, times, and venue details.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	Flag Football - Away at Heron Creek Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Webinar: Money Matters-Practical Tips for Everyday Life Join us for our seventh Lunch and Learn session to discuss practical ways to support financial understanding with your children. During the session, participants will learn key concepts ways to teach them in each age group. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	Flag Football - Away at Laurel Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	Golf Match Booker & Sarasota @ McIntosh (The Palms) Start 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	Flag Football - Home vs Woodland Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	Flag Football - Home vs Skye Ranch Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Mini Break-Students, 186,196, 220 Staff	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Golf Match Booker & Brookside @ Pine View (Capri) Start 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Flag Football - Away at McIntosh Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	8th Grade Musical Theatre Recital	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Fine Art and Digital Design Show	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Flag Football - Home vs Sarasota Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Spring Circus Show	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	Golf Match Booker & Woodland @ Laurel (Waterford) Start 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	Flag Football - Home vs Brookside Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	Flag Football - Away at Pine View Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	Spring Band Concert Review the performance notice for ticket and program details.	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Golf Match Booker & Skye Ranch @ Venice (Jacaranda) Start 4:30 PM.	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Flag Football - Away at Venice Girls 5:30 PM Boys 6:30 PM.	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Webinar: Summer break Chores: Fostering Independence Join us for our final Lunch and Learn session of the 2026-2027 school year. We will discuss how to use summer chores as a way to teach independence to children. During the session, participants will explore how chores support independence and discuss chores appropriate to each age group. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form	Event	—
Sat, May 8, 2027	Spring Dance Concert Check the performance notice for dates, times and ticket information.	Event	—
Thu, May 13, 2027	Spring Orchestra/Mariachi Concert	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Modern Band Unplugged	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Modern Band Unplugged	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day for Students, 186 Staff	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day for 196 Staff	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day-All Staff	Event	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Day for 220 Staff	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Booker Middle School

BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 961 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in SARASOTA, FL.