Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myakka City 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myakka City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Myakka City Elementary School's student population of 309 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myakka City 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 Myakka City Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1835 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
63%
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
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myakka City Elementary School's ranking?
Myakka City Elementary School is ranked #1835 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Myakka City Elementary School often compared to?
Myakka City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braden River Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Myakka City Elementary School?
309 students attend Myakka City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Myakka City Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myakka City Elementary School?
Myakka City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myakka City Elementary School offer ?
Myakka City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Myakka City Elementary School part of?
Myakka City Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
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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