Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manatee Cove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manatee Cove Elementary School serves the southwest part of Orange City, FL, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest distance to the edge of the zone being around 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manatee Cove Elementary School's student population of 787 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Manatee Cove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee Cove Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2182 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
42%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green and Silver
School Mascot
Whiskers The Manatee
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Manatee Cove Elementary School is ranked #2182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Manatee Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Cove Elementary School?
787 students attend Manatee Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manatee Cove Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manatee Cove Elementary School?
Manatee Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Cove Elementary School offer ?
Manatee Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee Cove Elementary School part of?
Manatee Cove Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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