Serving 776 students in grades 6-8, R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
R. Dan Nolan Middle School's student population of 776 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Dan Nolan Middle School is 0.45, 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
#293 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #293 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 Braden River Middle School, Carlos E. Haile Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
776 students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of R. Dan Nolan Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
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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Date
Last Day Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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