Very Good
#1241 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 33% in state
Manatee Charter School
Elementary School · MANATEE
4550 30TH ST E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,241 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#19 of 48
public schools
In district
#33 of 71
MANATEE
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Manatee Charter School
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About Manatee Charter School
Manatee Charter School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Manatee Charter School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Manatee Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,241 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Manatee Charter School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Manatee Charter 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.
Manatee Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
44% of students at Manatee Charter 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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Manatee Charter School — Students at Manatee Charter School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
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
→ 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 Manatee Charter School Compares
See how Manatee Charter 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
4550 30TH ST E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manatee Charter 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, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,030
Median Home Value
$302,500
Median Rent
$1,437/mo
Population
39,109
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
50.8
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| ALLAMANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 7.2 |
| AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.2 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH North Miami Beach, FL | 7.2 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City, FL | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manatee Charter School
What grades does Manatee Charter School serve?
Manatee Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Manatee Charter School?
Manatee Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manatee Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Manatee Charter School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manatee Charter School rank in FL?
Manatee Charter School ranks #1,241 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Manatee Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Manatee Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Manatee Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manatee Charter School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Manatee Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Manatee Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Manatee Charter School a Title I school?
No, Manatee Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manatee Charter School?
64.8% of students at Manatee Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (941) 465-4296
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #33 of 71
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