Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmetto Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 80% 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: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Palmetto Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto 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 Palmetto Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2403 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
20%
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
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Elementary School's ranking?
Palmetto Elementary School is ranked #2403 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palmetto Elementary School often compared to?
Palmetto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Virgil Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
570 students attend Palmetto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Palmetto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School offer ?
Palmetto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palmetto Elementary School part of?
Palmetto 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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