Manatee High School is the oldest public high school in Bradenton, Florida, operated by the Manatee County School District.
Serving 1,996 students in grades 9-12, Manatee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,996 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Manatee High School's student population of 1,996 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,996 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manatee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee High 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
#1666 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Of The Hurricanes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee High School's ranking?
Manatee High School is ranked #1666 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 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, Palmetto High School, Bayshore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% 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 84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manatee High School?
1,996 students attend Manatee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manatee High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manatee High School?
Manatee High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee High School offer ?
Manatee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee High School part of?
Manatee High School is part of Manatee School District.
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