Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manatee 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manatee Elementary School serves the northeast part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 294.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 20.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manatee Elementary School's student population of 728 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We Grow
School Rankings
Manatee 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 Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#2884 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
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 #2884 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Elementary School often compared to?
Manatee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treeline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Elementary School?
728 students attend Manatee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manatee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manatee Elementary School?
Manatee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee Elementary School offer ?
Manatee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee Elementary School part of?
Manatee Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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