For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,498 students in 34205, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34205, FL are Rowlett Middle Academy, Robert H. Prine Elementary School and Ballard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34205 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34205, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34205, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rowlett Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 30th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 662 students
Rank: #22.
Robert H. Prine Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Southern Pkwy W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-7006
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-7006
Grades: PK-5
| 716 students
Rank: #33.
Ballard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
912 18th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8400
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8400
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #44.
Manatee School Of Arts/sciences
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 32nd St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 755-5012
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 755-5012
Grades: K-5
| 109 students
Rank: #55.
G D Rogers Garden- Bullock Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 13th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 209-7540
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 209-7540
Grades: PK-5
| 464 students
Rank: #66.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3508 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Grades: 6-12
| 50 students
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
1803 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Grades: 2-12
| 80 students
34205, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bradenton Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
2615 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 739-6100
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 739-6100
Grades: 3-8
| 95 students
Early Intervention Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
215 Manatee Avenue, W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 721-2300
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 721-2300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
515 13th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8800
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8800
Grades: PK-5
| 328 students
Manatee Glens Adolescent Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1819 - 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 782-4840
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 782-4840
Grades: 7-12
| 13 students
215 Manatee Avenue, W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Prek Handicapped Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
215 Manatee Avenue, W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 721-2300
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 721-2300
Grades: PK
| 6 students
The Star Center School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2990 26th St West
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 34205, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34205, FL include Rowlett Middle Academy, Robert H. Prine Elementary School and Ballard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34205?
7 public elementary schools are located in 34205.
What is the racial composition of students in 34205?
34205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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