Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myakka City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myakka City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Myakka City Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myakka City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myakka City Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1153 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
36%
Black
1%
21%
White
62%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myakka City Elementary School's ranking?
Myakka City Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Myakka City Elementary School often compared to?
Myakka City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School, Braden River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Myakka City Elementary School?
311 students attend Myakka City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Myakka City Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myakka City Elementary School?
Myakka City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Myakka City Elementary School offer ?
Myakka City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Myakka City Elementary School part of?
Myakka City Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
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Last Day Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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