Excellent
#179 of 3,674 schools in FL
Top 5% in state
Gene Witt Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
200 RYE RD E, Bradenton, FL 34212
About Gene Witt Elementary School
Gene Witt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of the MANATEE. The school serves approximately 754 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1/10, placing it in the 95.2th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $119,298, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Gene Witt Elementary School — Students at Gene Witt Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
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29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Gene Witt Elementary School Compares
See how Gene Witt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 RYE RD E, Bradenton, FL 34212
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,298
Median Home Value
$478,000
Median Rent
$1,799/mo
Population
24,467
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
49.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gene Witt Elementary School
What grades does Gene Witt Elementary School serve?
Gene Witt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gene Witt Elementary School?
Gene Witt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gene Witt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gene Witt Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gene Witt Elementary School rank in FL?
Gene Witt Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 3,674 schools in FL.
What is Gene Witt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gene Witt Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Gene Witt Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gene Witt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gene Witt Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gene Witt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gene Witt Elementary School?
29.7% of students at Gene Witt 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
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Phone
- (941) 741-3628
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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