Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gene Witt Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gene Witt 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
Gene Witt Elementary School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gene Witt Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gene Witt Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#152 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gene Witt Elementary School's ranking?
Gene Witt Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gene Witt Elementary School often compared to?
Gene Witt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like 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?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gene Witt Elementary School?
754 students attend Gene Witt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gene Witt Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Gene Witt Elementary School?
Gene Witt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gene Witt Elementary School offer ?
Gene Witt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gene Witt Elementary School part of?
Gene Witt Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is a awesome school. All the teachers are great and caring towards the students. You are in a public school, but it's like a private school. They have a track team and do soar awards for the children who do well during the school year. They have PE, Music, Art and other fun specials. If you choice this school you will not regret it.
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