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Top 48% in state

Pace Center for Girls

Q: What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?

Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

Q: How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?

Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Q: How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?

Pace Center for Girls ranks #1,803 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Q: What are the test scores at Pace Center for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Q: Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Q: Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

Q: What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?

90.0% of students at Pace Center for Girls qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

High School · MANATEE

3508 26TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,803 of 3,778

In Bradenton

#24 of 48

public schools

In district

#42 of 71

MANATEE

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Pace Center for Girls

Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,803 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
District avg 5.7
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Pace Center for Girls 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 Pace Center for Girls 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.1Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+0.17 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-9.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile15th

College Readiness4.5Below Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,381

Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

34.5%

ELA

24.5%

2010

Math

10%

ELA

15%

2011

Math

10%

ELA

24.5%

2012

Math

10%

ELA

15%

2013

ELA

15%

2014

Math

10%

ELA

15%

2015

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2016

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2017

Math

10%

ELA

30%

2018

Math

10%

ELA

30%

2019

Math

10%

ELA

30%

2020*

Math

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

ELA

24.5%

2022

Math

25%

ELA

25%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Pace Center for Girls Compares

See how Pace Center for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.4/10

52th percentile in FL

Academic

3.4/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

9.1/10

Excellent

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Advanced STEM

2/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

90%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

5 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3508 26TH ST W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Palmetto), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 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	Enrollment	Rating
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bradenton	0.1 mi	642	7.3
JESSIE P. MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	0.2 mi	569	8.0
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton	0.6 mi	1,996	5.0
DBA-SUNSHINE ACADEMY Bradenton	1.3 mi	69	7.3
BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.4 mi	417	6.3
OASIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	1.5 mi	53	8.5
BRADENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton	1.8 mi	870	5.2
ROBERT H. PRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.8 mi	716	5.7
MANATEE SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES Bradenton	2.1 mi	109	6.4
PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	1.9 mi	408	9.3
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palmetto	2.1 mi	545	8.2
JUST FOR GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	2.1 mi	31	5.9
W. D. SUGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	2.1 mi	1,009	4.1
SPARK ALC Bradenton	2.2 mi	34	5.2
SPARK ALC Bradenton	2.2 mi	32	5.2
H. S. MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton	2.3 mi	582	5.5
G D ROGERS GARDEN- BULLOCK ELEMENTARY Bradenton	2.2 mi	464	6.1
PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL Palmetto	2.4 mi	436	9.8
POTTER'S WHEEL ACADEMY Bradenton	2.4 mi	13	—
MARTHA B. KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton	2.3 mi	872	4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,170

Median Home Value

$236,900

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

30,607

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

46.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pace Center for Girls

What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?

Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?

Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?

Pace Center for Girls ranks #1,803 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Pace Center for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?

90.0% of students at Pace Center for Girls 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 50
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Free/Reduced Lunch: 90.0%
Type: alternative
Setting: Small City
County: Manatee County
Phone: (941) 751-4566
4-Year Graduation: <50%

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District

MANATEE

District Enrollment: 52,895
Schools in District: 82
Per-Pupil Spending: $11,381
District Rank: #42 of 71

Other Schools in This District

PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL 9.8 IDA M. STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.7 TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.5 LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 9.4 FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.3

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