Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School's student population of 681 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#170 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
36%
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
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Willis Elementary School, B.d. Gullett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School?
681 students attend Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School students are White, 14% 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 Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School?
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School part of?
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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