Average
#2172 of 3,778 schools in FL
Just for Girls Middle School
Middle School · MANATEE
3809 59TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,172 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#31 of 48
public schools
In district
#49 of 71
MANATEE
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Just for Girls Middle School
Middle School in Bradenton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Just for Girls Middle School
Just for Girls Middle School is a public middle school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Just for Girls Middle School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Just for Girls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,172 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Just for Girls Middle School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Just for Girls Middle 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 Middle 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Just for Girls Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Just for Girls Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 9.3/10.
How Just for Girls Middle School Compares
See how Just for Girls Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3809 59TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Just for Girls Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Palmetto), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANATEE VIRTUAL SCHOOL ( VIRTUAL FRANCHISE) (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Palmetto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES TILLMAN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Palmetto), which scores notably higher. 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 Middle School
What grades does Just for Girls Middle School serve?
Just for Girls Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Just for Girls Middle School?
Just for Girls Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Just for Girls Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Just for Girls Middle School is 7.8:1. 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 Middle School rank in FL?
Just for Girls Middle School ranks #2,172 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Just for Girls Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Just for Girls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Just for Girls Middle School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Just for Girls Middle School a charter school?
No, Just for Girls Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Just for Girls Middle School a Title I school?
No, Just for Girls Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Just for Girls Middle School?
90.3% of students at Just for Girls Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.1%
- Phone
- (941) 722-1475
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #49 of 71
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