Serving 38 students in grades 1-12, Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)'s student population of 38 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) is 0.57, 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
#1906 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)'s ranking?
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) is ranked #1906 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) often compared to?
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)is often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Charter School, Carlos E. Haile Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)?
The graduation rate of Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) is 60-79%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise)?
38 students attend Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) offer ?
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) part of?
Manatee Virtual School ( Virtual Franchise) is part of Manatee School District.
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