Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sea Breeze Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sea Breeze Elementary School serves the west part of Bradenton, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles that is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone edges and a maximum of 3.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sea Breeze Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We strive to maintain high expectations and promote academic excellence for all students by creating a positive school climate which respects and values diversity and nurtures self-esteem.
School Rankings
Sea Breeze Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sea Breeze Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2215 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sea Breeze Elementary School's ranking?
Sea Breeze Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sea Breeze Elementary School often compared to?
Sea Breeze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Palma Sola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sea Breeze Elementary School?
502 students attend Sea Breeze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sea Breeze Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sea Breeze Elementary School?
Sea Breeze Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sea Breeze Elementary School offer ?
Sea Breeze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sea Breeze Elementary School part of?
Sea Breeze Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
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