For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,588 students in 34202, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 670 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 34202, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34202, FL are Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and R. Dan Nolan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34202 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34202, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34202, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert Willis Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14705 The Masters Ave
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6325 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
R. Dan Nolan Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6615 Greenbrook Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8200
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Braden River Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6125 River Club Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Braden River Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6215 River Club Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7080
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7080
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Academy Inc.
Special Education School
6215 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34202, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34202, FL include Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and R. Dan Nolan Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34202?
6 public schools are located in 34202.
What percentage of students in 34202 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 34202 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34202?
34202 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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