Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palmetto Charter School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palmetto Charter School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmetto Charter School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Charter School is 0.36, 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
#31 out of 3655 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
79%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Charter School's ranking?
Palmetto Charter School is ranked #31 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Charter School?
364 students attend Palmetto Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Palmetto Charter School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Charter School?
Palmetto Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palmetto Charter School offer ?
Palmetto Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palmetto Charter School part of?
Palmetto Charter School is part of Manatee School District.
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