For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,193 students in 34212, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34212, FL are Gene Witt Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Carlos E. Haile Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34212 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34212, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34212, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gene Witt Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Rye Rd E
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Gr: PK-5 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9515 E State Road 64
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Carlos E. Haile Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9501 Fl 64
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 714-7240
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 714-7240
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34212, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34212, FL include Gene Witt Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Carlos E. Haile Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34212?
3 public elementary schools are located in 34212.
What is the racial composition of students in 34212?
34212 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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