For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,156 students in 34221, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 34221, FL are Manatee Virtual Instruction Program, Manatee School For The Arts and The Port Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 34221 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34221, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34221 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Manatee School For The Arts, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34221, FL Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 1st Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
Rank: #22.
Manatee School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Haben Blvd
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6800
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6800
Grades: 6-12
| 1,902 students
Rank: #33.
The Port Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14470 Harlee Rd
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Grades: 8-12
| 26 students
Rank: #44.
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 1st Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Grades: 1-12
| 179 students
Rank: #55.
Palmetto High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 17th St W
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-4848
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-4848
Grades: 9-12
| 1,984 students
34221, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amikids (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
906 17th St West
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2100
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2100
Grades: 6-12
| 45 students
Lincoln Memorial Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
305 17th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6840
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6840
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
Lincoln Middle School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
305 17th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6840
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-6840
Grades: 6-8
| 477 students
Manatee Co. Juvenile Justice High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
14470 Harllee Road
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Grades: 8-12
| 96 students
Palmetto Youth Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
14494 Harlee Rd
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-3700
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-3700
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 34221, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 34221, FL include Manatee Virtual Instruction Program, Manatee School For The Arts and The Port Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 34221, FL?
5 public high schools are located in 34221, FL.
What is the racial composition of students in 34221, FL?
34221, FL public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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