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#77 of 3,674 schools in FL

Top 2% in state

Braden River Elementary School

Elementary School · MANATEE

6125 RIVER CLUB BLVD, Bradenton, FL 34202

547
Students
14:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 2%
in FL

About Braden River Elementary School

Braden River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of the MANATEE. The school serves approximately 547 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 97.9th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $123,210, where 57% 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 Progress8.2Excellent36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76%
Reading/ELA Proficiency64%
Math vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.8 pts
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected+15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Braden River Elementary School — Students at Braden River Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.6%

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 Braden River Elementary School Compares

See how Braden River Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
98th percentile in FL
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
8.2/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

6125 RIVER CLUB BLVD, Bradenton, FL 34202

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BRADEN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON 0.1 mi 5.1
LAKEWOOD RANCH HIGH SCHOOL BRADENTON 0.9 mi 3.0
WOODLAND ACADEMY Bradenton 0.8 mi 5.5
B.D. GULLETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON 2.3 mi 6.7
DR MONA JAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL E BRADENTON 2.3 mi 5.1
TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON 2.3 mi 9.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT LAKEWOOD RANCH TOWN CENTER Lakewood Ranch 2.8 mi 5.5
PINNACLE ACADEMY Bradenton 2.5 mi 5.5
R. DAN NOLAN MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON 2.5 mi 5.9
GILBERT W MCNEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LAKEWOOD RANCH 2.5 mi 8.5
BRADEN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL BRADENTON 3.1 mi 3.4
PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sarasota 3.4 mi 5.5
IMAGINE CHARTER AT LAKEWOOD RANCH BRADENTON 3.5 mi 5.2
SHEPHERD'S HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton 3.3 mi 5.5
SEA OF STRENGTHS ACADEMY Sarasota 3.6 mi 5.5
BEYOND THE SPECTRUM EDUCATION CENTER Lakewood Ranch 3.6 mi 5.5
ROBERT WILLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LAKEWOOD RANCH 3.4 mi 7.8
CARLOS E. HAILE MIDDLE SCHOOL BRADENTON 3.9 mi 6.1
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRADENTON 4.1 mi 9.1
SELBY PRESCHOOL SARASOTA 4.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,210

Median Home Value

$620,700

Median Rent

$2,111/mo

Population

27,237

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

54.2

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School Rating
FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FORT PIERCE, FL 8.5
GEMINI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MELBOURNE BEACH, FL 8.5
GILBERT W MCNEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 8.5
MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 8.5
PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL PALMETTO, FL 8.5
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MELBOURNE, FL 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Braden River Elementary School

What grades does Braden River Elementary School serve?

Braden River Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Braden River Elementary School?

Braden River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Braden River Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Braden River Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Braden River Elementary School rank in FL?

Braden River Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 3,674 schools in FL.

What is Braden River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Braden River Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Braden River Elementary School a charter school?

No, Braden River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Braden River Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Braden River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Braden River Elementary School?

40.6% of students at Braden River 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
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
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