For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,062 students in 34212, FL.
The top-ranked public schools in 34212, FL are Gene Witt Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Carlos E. Haile Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34212 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34212, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34212, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gene Witt Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Rye Rd E
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Gr: PK-5 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9515 E State Road 64
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Carlos E. Haile Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9501 Fl 64
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 714-7240
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 714-7240
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
34212, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
751 Rye Wilderness Rd
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 803-3969
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 803-3969
Gr: 6-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34212, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34212, FL include Gene Witt Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Carlos E. Haile Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34212?
3 public schools are located in 34212.
What is the racial composition of students in 34212?
34212 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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