For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,463 students in 34203, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34203, FL are Tara Elementary School, School Ofacademic & Behavioral Learning Exc (Sable) Grade Cod and Manatee Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34203 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34203, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34203, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tara Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6950 Linger Lodge Rd E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7660
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7660
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
School Ofacademic & Behavioral Learning Exc (Sable) Grade Cod
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6423 9th St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 209-6579
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 209-6579
Gr: PK-8 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Manatee Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4550 30th St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 465-4296
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 465-4296
Gr: PK-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Oneco Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5214 22nd Street Ct E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7018
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7018
Gr: PK-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 63rd Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7023
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7023
Gr: PK-5 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
34203, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6423 9th St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7027
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7027
Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34203, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34203, FL include Tara Elementary School, School Ofacademic & Behavioral Learning Exc (Sable) Grade Cod and Manatee Charter School.
How many public preschools are located in 34203?
5 public preschools are located in 34203.
What is the racial composition of students in 34203?
34203 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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