Serving 1,314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, B.d. Gullett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: B.D. Gullett Elementary School serves the west part of the Bradenton, FL school district, covering an area of approximately 38.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the zone's edges averaging around 5.1 miles and extending up to 8.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B.d. Gullett Elementary 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
B.d. Gullett Elementary School's student population of 1,314 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,314 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
B.d. Gullett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B.d. Gullett Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#328 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B.d. Gullett Elementary School's ranking?
B.d. Gullett Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are B.d. Gullett Elementary School often compared to?
B.d. Gullett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Elementary School, Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal 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 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend B.d. Gullett Elementary School?
1,314 students attend B.d. Gullett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of B.d. Gullett Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B.d. Gullett Elementary School?
B.d. Gullett Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does B.d. Gullett Elementary School offer ?
B.d. Gullett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B.d. Gullett Elementary School part of?
B.d. Gullett Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
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