Very Good
#975 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
Just for Girls Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
3809 59TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#975 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#17 of 48
public schools
In district
#30 of 71
MANATEE
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Just for Girls Elementary School
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About Just for Girls Elementary School
Just for Girls Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Just for Girls Elementary School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Just for Girls Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #975 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Just for Girls Elementary School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Just for Girls Elementary School 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.
Test scores at Just for Girls Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Just for Girls Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Just for Girls Elementary School — Students at Just for Girls Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Just for Girls Elementary School Compares
See how Just for Girls 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
3809 59TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Just for Girls Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANATEE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood 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 Just for Girls Elementary School
What grades does Just for Girls Elementary School serve?
Just for Girls Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Just for Girls Elementary School?
Just for Girls Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Just for Girls Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Just for Girls Elementary School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Just for Girls Elementary School rank in FL?
Just for Girls Elementary School ranks #975 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Just for Girls Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Just for Girls Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Just for Girls Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Just for Girls Elementary School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Just for Girls Elementary School a charter school?
No, Just for Girls Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Just for Girls Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Just for Girls Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Just for Girls Elementary School?
86.7% of students at Just for Girls 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Manatee County
- Phone
- (941) 293-3954
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #30 of 71
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