For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 5,543 students in 34221, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 34221, FL are Palmetto Charter School, Buffalo Creek Middle School and Imagine Charter School At North Manatee. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34221 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34221, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34221, FL Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1607 17th St W
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-3711
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-3711
Grades: PK-8
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Creek Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7320 69th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2260
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2260
Grades: 6-8
| 1,250 students
Rank: #33.
Imagine Charter School At North Manatee
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9275 49th Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 981-5345
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 981-5345
Grades: PK-8
| 646 students
Rank: #44.
Manatee School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
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: #55.
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 1st Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Grades: 1-12
| 179 students
Rank: #66.
The Port Academy
Alternative School
14470 Harlee Rd
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 747-3011
Grades: 8-12
| 26 students
Rank: #77.
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 1st Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-4971
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
Rank: #88.
Palm View K-8 School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6025 Bayshore Rd
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-4812
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 723-4812
Grades: PK-8
| 804 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Memorial Middle School
Magnet School
305 17th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-8770
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 708-8770
Grades: 6-8
| 307 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 middle schools in 34221, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 34221, FL include Palmetto Charter School, Buffalo Creek Middle School and Imagine Charter School At North Manatee.
How many public middle schools are located in 34221, FL?
9 public middle schools are located in 34221, FL.
What is the racial composition of students in 34221, FL?
34221, FL public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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