K-12 Schools

1. Pine View School
   • Consistently ranked as one of the top public schools in Florida
   • Gifted program for intellectually talented students from 2nd to 12th grade
2. Riverview High School
   • Offers International Baccalaureate (IB) program
   • Strong athletics and performing arts programs
3. Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences
   • Charter school focusing on arts and sciences
   • Innovative teaching methods and small class sizes

Colleges and Universities

1. New College of Florida
   • Public liberal arts college known for its innovative curriculum
   • Offers individualized study programs and narrative evaluations instead of grades
2. Ringling College of Art and Design
   • Prestigious art and design school
   • Known for its computer animation, game art, and illustration programs
3. University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
   • Offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs
   • Strong focus on business, hospitality, and education