Over 50 programs offered, most take less than a year to complete.
Healthcare, salon services, digital technology & much more!
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 11-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (12-13)
35 students
Showing 1996–2013. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hispanic
(12-13)20%
29%
Black
(12-13)14%
23%
Showing 1996–2013. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
(12-13)66%
42%
Showing 1992–2013. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- For over 60 years, Manatee Technical College has proudly served our students by offering outstanding educational experiences leading to great careers, while providing a skilled workforce for business and industry in Manatee County and the surrounding areas.To meet the demand for training, MTC has expanded its offerings to include over 50 career prep programs the largest selection of programs offered in the state of Florida. Career options include programs in the areas of Health Science, Business Technology, Construction Services, Transportation, Digital Technology, Public Service, Culinary Arts, Manufacturing, and Information Technology. Many programs can be completed in a year or less and each focuses on training students for a better job and providing business and industry with a skilled, professional workforce.MTC also offers classes to adults seeking to earn their GED, English to speakers of other languages (ESOL), as well as continuing education programs for individuals or groups who want to enhance their current skills.
Profile last updated: 09/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Manatee Technical College often compared to?
Manatee Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Bayshore High School, Southeast High School, Richard O Jacobson Technical High School At Seminole by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Manatee Technical College?
The graduation rate of Manatee Technical College is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 78%.
How many students attend Manatee Technical College?
35 students attend Manatee Technical College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Manatee Technical College students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does Manatee Technical College offer ?
Manatee Technical College offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manatee Technical College part of?
Manatee Technical College is part of Manatee School District.
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