For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,678 students in 34205, FL (there are 7 private schools, serving 465 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 34205, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34205, FL are Rowlett Middle Academy, Manatee High School and Robert H. Prine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34205 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34205, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34205, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rowlett Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 30th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Manatee High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
902 33rd Street Ct W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-7300
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-7300
Gr: 8-12 | 1,998 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Robert H. Prine Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Southern Pkwy W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-7006
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-7006
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Manatee School Of Arts/sciences
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 32nd St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 755-5012
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 755-5012
Gr: K-5 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Ballard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
912 18th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8400
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
G D Rogers Garden- Bullock Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 13th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 209-7540
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 209-7540
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3508 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Bradenton Bay High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
817 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Gr: 7-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
1803 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Gr: 2-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34205, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34205, FL include Rowlett Middle Academy, Manatee High School and Robert H. Prine Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34205?
9 public schools are located in 34205.
What percentage of students in 34205 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 34205 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34205?
34205 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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