Serving 760 students in grades 6-8, R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 30% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. Dan Nolan Middle School's student population of 760 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Dan Nolan Middle School is 0.47, 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
#500 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
70%
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
25%
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 R. Dan Nolan Middle School's ranking?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School is ranked #500 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are R. Dan Nolan Middle School often compared to?
R. Dan Nolan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Mona Jain Middle School, Braden River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
760 students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of R. Dan Nolan Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does R. Dan Nolan Middle School offer ?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is R. Dan Nolan Middle School part of?
R. Dan Nolan Middle 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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