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#1657 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 44% in state

Samoset Elementary School

Elementary School · MANATEE

3300 19TH ST E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,657 of 3,778

In Bradenton

#20 of 48

public schools

In district

#37 of 71

MANATEE

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

Elementary School in Bradenton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Samoset Elementary School

Samoset Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Samoset Elementary School serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Samoset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,657 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Samoset Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Samoset 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.

31% of students at Samoset Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.2 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,381
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Samoset Elementary School — Students at Samoset Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2013
ELA
31%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
53.5%
ELA
29.5%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
23%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Samoset Elementary School Compares

See how Samoset Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in FL
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Programs & Offerings

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

3300 19TH ST E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Samoset 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, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUST FOR GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PALMSHORES BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Bradenton 0.6 mi 4.8
LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Bradenton 0.6 mi 9.4
SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Bradenton 0.6 mi 4.5
WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION Bradenton 0.9 mi 8.8
HORIZONS ACADEMY Bradenton 1.0 mi 4.5
WEST COAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradenton 1.2 mi 5.5
MANATEE CHARTER SCHOOL Bradenton 1.2 mi 7.2
GULFCOAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradenton 1.3 mi
JUST FOR GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 1.4 mi 7.6
ONECO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 1.5 mi 5.8
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY PREP SCHOOL Bradenton 1.5 mi 7.2
ROWLETT MIDDLE ACADEMY Bradenton 1.5 mi 8.7
LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton 1.7 mi
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton 1.7 mi
MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton 1.7 mi 5.0
TEAM SUCCESS A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Bradenton 1.7 mi 8.1
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Bradenton 1.7 mi 2.9
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradenton 1.9 mi 7.7
MANATEE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY-HEAD START Bradenton 2.0 mi
G D ROGERS GARDEN- BULLOCK ELEMENTARY Bradenton 2.0 mi 6.1

Neighborhood 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 Samoset Elementary School

What grades does Samoset Elementary School serve?

Samoset Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Samoset Elementary School?

Samoset Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Samoset Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Samoset Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Samoset Elementary School rank in FL?

Samoset Elementary School ranks #1,657 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Samoset Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Samoset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Samoset Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Samoset Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Samoset Elementary School a charter school?

No, Samoset Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Samoset Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Samoset Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samoset Elementary School?

80.7% of students at Samoset 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Manatee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

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

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