Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Manatee Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Manatee Charter School's student population of 594 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manatee Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee Charter School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3026 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
55%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Charter School's ranking?
Manatee Charter School is ranked #3026 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Charter School?
594 students attend Manatee Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Manatee Charter School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manatee Charter School?
Manatee Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Charter School offer ?
Manatee Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Manatee Charter School part of?
Manatee Charter School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School for Students and Teachers
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
4 12/3/2020
My daughter has been a student at Manatee Charter School for two years now. She really enjoys it, especially this year. Her first grade teacher is just wonderful, and my daughter looks forward to going to school every day. She has lots of friends and is getting excellent grades in every subject. She enjoys all of her special classes (music, art, PE, computer technology, and STEM) and has really come out of her shell since going to Manatee Charter. I think the school overall has been handling the pandemic very well and follows protocol with face masks, temp checks prior to entering the building, and frequent hand sanitizing. Students were supplied drawstring bags by the school to keep their belongings in, no other bags/backpacks are allowed. The only thing I think needs improvement is communication about school events. Working parents need more than just a few days' notice to attend school events. I believe the teachers and staff at Manatee Charter School truly love working with children, and my daughter''s teacher is excellent with communication. Hoping we have many great academic years to come with Manatee Charter School!
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