Excellent
#11 of 3,674 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Tara Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
6950 LINGER LODGE RD E, Bradenton, FL 34203
About Tara Elementary School
Tara Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of the MANATEE. The school serves approximately 568 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.2/10, placing it in the 99.7th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,030, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Tara Elementary School — Students at Tara Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
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51.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Tara Elementary School Compares
See how Tara Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6950 LINGER LODGE RD E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,030
Median Home Value
$302,500
Median Rent
$1,437/mo
Population
39,109
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
50.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tara Elementary School
What grades does Tara Elementary School serve?
Tara Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tara Elementary School?
Tara Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tara Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tara Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tara Elementary School rank in FL?
Tara Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 3,674 schools in FL.
What is Tara Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tara Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Tara Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tara Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tara Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tara Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tara Elementary School?
51.4% of students at Tara Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Phone
- (941) 751-7660
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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