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Best 34209 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,505 students in 34209, FL (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,061 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 34209, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34209, FL are Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Palma Sola Elementary School and Oasis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34209 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34209, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 34209, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ida M. Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7905 15th Ave Nw
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3176
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Palma Sola Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6806 5th Ave Nw
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3179
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Oasis Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6417 3rd Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 749-1979
Gr: 6-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
601 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Sea Breeze Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3601 71st St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3190
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Martha B. King Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 75th St Nw
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 798-6820
Gr: 6-8 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
H. S. Moody Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5425 38th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
W. D. Sugg Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5602 38th Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3157
Gr: 6-8 | 1,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #99.
Just For Girls Middle School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3809 59th St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 722-1475
Gr: 6-8 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Just For Girls Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3809 59th St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 293-3954
Gr: K-5 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 34209, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34209, FL include Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Palma Sola Elementary School and Oasis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34209?
10 public schools are located in 34209.
What percentage of students in 34209 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 34209 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34209?
34209 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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