Manatee School for the Arts is a public charter school in Palmetto, Florida enrolling middle school and high school students.
Serving 2,001 students in grades 6-12, Manatee School For The Arts 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manatee School For The Arts's student population of 2,001 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,001 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Manatee School For The Arts 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 School For The Arts is 0.65, 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
#1995 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee School For The Arts's ranking?
Manatee School For The Arts is ranked #1995 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manatee School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Manatee School For The Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manatee School For The Arts?
2,001 students attend Manatee School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manatee School For The Arts students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 School For The Arts?
Manatee School For The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manatee School For The Arts offer ?
Manatee School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee School For The Arts part of?
Manatee School For The Arts is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
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