Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manatee Elementary 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manatee Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
640 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Manatee Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#3061 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
81%
37%

Black
9%
21%

White
9%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Elementary School's ranking?
Manatee Elementary School is ranked #3061 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Elementary School often compared to?
Manatee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treeline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Elementary School?
640 students attend Manatee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Manatee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manatee Elementary School?
Manatee Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Elementary School offer ?
Manatee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manatee Elementary School part of?
Manatee Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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