BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS

www.sarasotacountyschools.net/bayhaven

547 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Bay Haven School of Basics Plus is a highly regarded public elementary school located in Sarasota, Florida, known for its unique commitment to a structured "back-to-basics" curriculum. Operating as a school of choice within the Sarasota County School District, it emphasizes a traditional academic approach that prioritizes core subjects—reading, writing, and mathematics—while fostering a disciplined and consistent learning environment. The school’s philosophy is built on the belief that a strong foundation in these fundamental skills is essential for long-term student success and confidence.

Beyond its focus on rigorous academics, Bay Haven is noted for its strong sense of community and active parental involvement. The school maintains a clear, predictable structure that helps students thrive, and it is frequently recognized for its high performance standards and commitment to excellence. By combining traditional instructional methods with a supportive school culture, Bay Haven provides a specialized educational experience designed to prepare elementary-age students for the academic challenges of middle school and beyond.

547

Total Students

34.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

51.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS
Demographic	Student Count
White	240
Hispanic	133
Black	114
Asian	7
Two or More	51
American Indian	2

White
240 (43.9%)
Hispanic
133 (24.3%)
Black
114 (20.8%)
Two or More
51 (9.3%)
Asian
7 (1.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SARASOTA
Phone:	(941)359-5800
Website:	http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/bayhaven
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	547
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	34.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	238
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	46

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 88

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 100

Grade 3 89

Grade 4 88

Grade 5 87