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#2466 of 3,778 schools in FL
H. S. Moody Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
5425 38TH AVE W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,466 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#36 of 48
public schools
In district
#55 of 71
MANATEE
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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H. S. Moody Elementary School
Elementary School in Bradenton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H. S. Moody Elementary School
H. S. Moody Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE.
H. S. Moody Elementary School serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
H. S. Moody Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,466 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for H. S. Moody Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at H. S. Moody Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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H. S. Moody Elementary School — Students at H. S. Moody Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How H. S. Moody Elementary School Compares
See how H. S. Moody Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5425 38TH AVE W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H. S. Moody Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton | 0.3 mi | — |
| BRADENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY Bradenton | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC Bradenton | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON ACADEMICS Bradenton | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Bradenton | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| INSPIRATION ACADEMY Bradenton | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| IMG ACADEMY Bradenton | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| NEXT GENERATION ACADEMICS INC Bradenton | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Bradenton | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
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 H. S. Moody Elementary School
What grades does H. S. Moody Elementary School serve?
H. S. Moody Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend H. S. Moody Elementary School?
H. S. Moody Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H. S. Moody Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at H. S. Moody Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H. S. Moody Elementary School rank in FL?
H. S. Moody Elementary School ranks #2,466 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is H. S. Moody Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
H. S. Moody Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at H. S. Moody Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H. S. Moody Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is H. S. Moody Elementary School a charter school?
No, H. S. Moody Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H. S. Moody Elementary School a Title I school?
No, H. S. Moody Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. S. Moody Elementary School?
70.1% of students at H. S. Moody 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
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (941) 741-3170
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #55 of 71
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