Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: R. Dan Nolan Middle School serves the southeast part of Bradenton, FL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 278.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 25.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. Dan Nolan Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
R. Dan Nolan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Dan Nolan Middle School is 0.46, 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
#384 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
71%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Manatees
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Dan Nolan Middle School's ranking?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School is ranked #384 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are R. Dan Nolan Middle School often compared to?
R. Dan Nolan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Mona Jain Middle School, Braden River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
787 students attend R. Dan Nolan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of R. Dan Nolan Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. Dan Nolan Middle School?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does R. Dan Nolan Middle School offer ?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. Dan Nolan Middle School part of?
R. Dan Nolan Middle School is part of Manatee School District.
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