Serving 910 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manatee 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 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Manatee Elementary School serves the west part of Melbourne, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 43.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee 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 Elementary School's student population of 910 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
910 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manatee 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 Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#76 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Elementary School's ranking?
Manatee Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Elementary School often compared to?
Manatee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Viera Elementary School, Quest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Elementary School?
910 students attend Manatee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Manatee Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manatee Elementary School?
Manatee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Elementary School offer ?
Manatee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee Elementary School part of?
Manatee Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
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