Serving 2,034 students in grades 9-12, Manatee High 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,034 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manatee High School's student population of 2,034 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,034 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manatee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee High School is 0.66, 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
#2323 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
14%
21%
White
46%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee High School's ranking?
Manatee High School is ranked #2323 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee High School often compared to?
Manatee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Ranch High School, Braden River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manatee High School?
The graduation rate of Manatee High School is 87%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Manatee High School?
2,034 students attend Manatee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Manatee High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manatee High School?
Manatee High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Manatee High School offer ?
Manatee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manatee High School part of?
Manatee High School is part of Manatee School District.
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Date
Last Day Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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