For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,529 students in 34202, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 605 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 34202, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34202, FL are Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and Braden River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34202 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34202, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34202, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert Willis Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14705 The Masters Ave
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Grades: PK-5
| 764 students
Rank: #22.
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6325 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #33.
Braden River Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6125 River Club Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Rank: #44.
R. Dan Nolan Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6615 Greenbrook Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8200
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 721 students
Rank: #55.
Braden River Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6215 River Club Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7080
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7080
Grades: 6-8
| 838 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Academy Inc.
Special Education School
6215 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
34202, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pinnacle Academy Inc. (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
6215 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34202, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34202, FL include Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and Braden River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34202?
6 public schools are located in 34202.
What percentage of students in 34202 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 34202 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34202?
34202 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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