Very Good

#322 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 22% of private schools

Dba-sunshine Academy

Elementary School

2520 43RD ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#322 of 1,462

In Bradenton

#5 of 18

public schools

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About Dba-sunshine Academy

Dba-sunshine Academy is a private elementary school in Bradenton, FL. Dba-sunshine Academy serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dba-sunshine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #322 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts above FL schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, Dba-sunshine Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Dba-sunshine Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Dba-sunshine Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Dba-sunshine Academy compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Bradenton, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.2:1

This School

16.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

535

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.3

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.7% vs 0%

Black 8.7% vs 0%

Dba-sunshine Academy Bradenton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Dba-sunshine Academy (this school)	—	69	9.2:1	7.3
ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	716	13.8:1	5.7
MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES	1.0 mi	109	10.9:1	6.4
W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.0 mi	1,009	18.7:1	4.1
JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	569	12.9:1	8.0
H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	582	14.2:1	5.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	1.3 mi	50	10:1	6.4
SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	503	12.6:1	6.6
BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	417	13.9:1	6.3
OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.9 mi	53	17.7:1	8.5
ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	712	17.8:1	3.1
G D ROGERS GARDEN- BULLOCK ELEMENTARY	2.3 mi	464	12.2:1	6.1
ROWLETT MIDDLE ACADEMY	2.4 mi	662	17.9:1	8.7
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2.4 mi	80	40:1	2.9
PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	408	14.6:1	9.3
TEAM SUCCESS A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE	2.7 mi	1,310	17.2:1	8.1
MARTHA B. KING MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.7 mi	872	17.1:1	4.7
STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL	2.8 mi	485	24.2:1	8.7
MANATEE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY-HEAD START	3.0 mi	12	6:1	—
WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION	3.0 mi	918	15:1	8.8
IDA M. STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	391	14.5:1	9.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

A- 7.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,350

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 46%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.2 / 10

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Enrollment 69

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.6%

Hispanic 21.7%

Black 8.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2520 43RD ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dba-sunshine Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BRADENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton	0.5 mi	870	5.2
ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	0.7 mi	716	5.7
MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Bradenton	1.0 mi	109	6.4
W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	1.0 mi	1,009	4.1
JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.1 mi	569	8.0
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton	1.1 mi	1,996	5.0
H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.1 mi	582	5.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Bradenton	1.3 mi	50	6.4
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton	1.4 mi	642	7.3
POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton	1.3 mi	13	—
SPARK ALC Bradenton	1.6 mi	34	5.2
SPARK ALC Bradenton	1.6 mi	32	5.2
NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton	1.8 mi	37	5.4
NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton	1.8 mi	50	7.3
BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.7 mi	417	6.3
SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.7 mi	503	6.6
OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	1.9 mi	53	8.5
ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	2.2 mi	712	3.1
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC Bradenton	2.0 mi	69	6.8
BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton	2.5 mi	1,464	3.5

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dba-sunshine Academy

What grades does Dba-sunshine Academy serve?

Dba-sunshine Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Dba-sunshine Academy?

Dba-sunshine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dba-sunshine Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Dba-sunshine Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dba-sunshine Academy rank in FL?

Dba-sunshine Academy ranks #322 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Dba-sunshine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Dba-sunshine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dba-sunshine Academy a private school?

Yes, Dba-sunshine Academy is a private coeducational school with a Church of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Dba-sunshine Academy a religious school?

Dba-sunshine Academy has a Church of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 69
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Church of God
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Manatee County
Phone: (941) 794-3143

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