Excellent
#57 of 3,674 schools in FL
Top 2% in state
Palma Sola Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
6806 5TH AVE NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
About Palma Sola Elementary School
Palma Sola Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of the MANATEE. The school serves approximately 408 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 98.5th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,829, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Palma Sola Elementary School — Students at Palma Sola Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
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58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Palma Sola Elementary School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
6806 5TH AVE NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTHA B. KING MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| IDA M. STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS BRADENTON | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC Bradenton | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON | 2.6 mi | 3.2 |
| POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| INSPIRATION ACADEMY Bradenton | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL BRADENTON | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BRADENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| EDISON ACADEMICS Bradenton | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PALMETTO | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JUST FOR GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES BRADENTON | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,829
Median Home Value
$357,300
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
33,586
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
58.1
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| EDGEWATER PUBLIC SCHOOL EDGEWATER, FL | 8.7 |
| ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY PALM HARBOR, FL | 8.7 |
| GENEVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GENEVA, FL | 8.7 |
| JAMES A. WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ST AUGUSTINE, FL | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palma Sola Elementary School
What grades does Palma Sola Elementary School serve?
Palma Sola Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palma Sola Elementary School?
Palma Sola Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palma Sola Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palma Sola Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palma Sola Elementary School rank in FL?
Palma Sola Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 3,674 schools in FL.
What is Palma Sola Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palma Sola Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Palma Sola Elementary School a charter school?
No, Palma Sola Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palma Sola Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Palma Sola Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palma Sola Elementary School?
58.6% of students at Palma Sola 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Phone
- (941) 741-3179
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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