For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 754 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 611 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 697 students
34212, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-11
| 18 students
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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