Serving 978 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manatee Bay 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 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Manatee Bay Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee Bay 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
Manatee Bay Elementary School's student population of 978 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Manatee Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee Bay Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#96 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
56%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Manatee Bay Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Manatee Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everglades Elementary School, Gator Run 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 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Bay Elementary School?
978 students attend Manatee Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Manatee Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manatee Bay Elementary School?
Manatee Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Bay Elementary School offer ?
Manatee Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee Bay Elementary School part of?
Manatee Bay Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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