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#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

408
Students
14.6:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 2%
in FL

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency59%
Math vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected+20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.0Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1

Palma Sola Elementary School — Students at Palma Sola Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Palma Sola Elementary School Compares

See how Palma Sola Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
99th percentile in FL
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

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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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.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details