Below Average
#2973 of 3,778 schools in FL
Palmshores Behavior Health Center
School · MANATEE
1324 37TH AVE EAST, Bradenton, FL 34208
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
78:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
78:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,973 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#41 of 48
public schools
In district
#63 of 71
MANATEE
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Palmshores Behavior Health Center
Palmshores Behavior Health Center is a public school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Palmshores Behavior Health Center serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 78:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmshores Behavior Health Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,973 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palmshores Behavior Health Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Palmshores Behavior Health Center 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 Palmshores Behavior Health Center 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.
Palmshores Behavior Health Center runs 78:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Palmshores Behavior Health Center — Students at Palmshores Behavior Health Center score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.9/10.
How Palmshores Behavior Health Center Compares
See how Palmshores Behavior Health Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1324 37TH AVE EAST, Bradenton, FL 34208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmshores Behavior Health Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. TEAM SUCCESS A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,899
Median Home Value
$303,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
43,779
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmshores Behavior Health Center
What grades does Palmshores Behavior Health Center serve?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmshores Behavior Health Center is 78:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmshores Behavior Health Center rank in FL?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center ranks #2,973 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palmshores Behavior Health Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmshores Behavior Health Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palmshores Behavior Health Center a charter school?
No, Palmshores Behavior Health Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmshores Behavior Health Center a Title I school?
No, Palmshores Behavior Health Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
7.7% of students at Palmshores Behavior Health Center 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
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 78:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.3%
- Phone
- (941) 792-2222
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #63 of 71
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