Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1427 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School is ranked #1427 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School often compared to?
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florine J Abel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School?
516 students attend Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School?
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School part of?
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break (No School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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