Serving 9 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Manatee Virtual Instruction Program ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program's student population of 9 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Rankings
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee Virtual Instruction Program is 0.72, which is more 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
#1027 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
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 Virtual Instruction Program's ranking?
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program is ranked #1027 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Manatee Virtual Instruction Program?
9 students attend Manatee Virtual Instruction Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Manatee Virtual Instruction Program students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are White.
What grades does Manatee Virtual Instruction Program offer ?
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Manatee Virtual Instruction Program part of?
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program is part of Manatee School District.
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