Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, Braden River Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Braden River Middle School serves the west part of Bradenton, FL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 22.1 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is around 3.4 miles, with the furthest point being 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Braden River Middle School's student population of 797 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Panthers Believe, Panthers Achieve!
School Rankings
Braden River Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braden River Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1565 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braden River Middle School's ranking?
Braden River Middle School is ranked #1565 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Braden River Middle School often compared to?
Braden River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. Dan Nolan 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Braden River Middle School?
797 students attend Braden River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Braden River Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braden River Middle School?
Braden River Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Braden River Middle School offer ?
Braden River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Braden River Middle School part of?
Braden River Middle School is part of Manatee School District.
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