Myakka River Elementary School

12650 Willmington Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33981
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myakka River Elementary 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 60% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Myakka River Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Myakka River Elementary 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 Myakka River Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1303 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Myakka River Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Myakka River Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
54%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Myakka River Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Myakka River Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
10%
37%
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Black
3%
21%
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White
81%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.33
This chart displays the diversity score of Myakka River Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Myakka River Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Myakka River Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Myakka River Elementary School's ranking?
Myakka River Elementary School is ranked #1303 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Myakka River Elementary School often compared to?
Myakka River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vineland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Myakka River Elementary School?
608 students attend Myakka River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Myakka River Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myakka River Elementary School?
Myakka River Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myakka River Elementary School offer ?
Myakka River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Myakka River Elementary School part of?
Myakka River Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
In what neighborhood is Myakka River Elementary School located?
Myakka River Elementary School is located in the Englewood East neighborhood of Port Charlotte, FL.

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Spring Break
March 15, 2025 (Saturday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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