For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 668 students in 34203, FL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 34203, FL are Manatee Charter School and Visible Men Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 34203 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 34203, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34203, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: K-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Visible Men Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
921 63rd Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 758-7588
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 758-7588
Gr: K-5 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 34203, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 34203, FL include Manatee Charter School and Visible Men Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 34203?
2 public charter schools are located in 34203.
What is the racial composition of students in 34203?
34203 public charter schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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