Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oneco Elementary School 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oneco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oneco Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Oneco Elementary School 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 Oneco Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2884 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Oneco Elementary School's ranking?
Oneco Elementary School is ranked #2884 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oneco Elementary School often compared to?
Oneco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Monroe Rowlett Academy For Arts And Communication, Jessie P. Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oneco Elementary School?
576 students attend Oneco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Oneco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneco Elementary School?
Oneco Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oneco Elementary School offer ?
Oneco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oneco Elementary School part of?
Oneco Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, please do your homework on teachers as there is a k/1st grade teacher who has no patience at all! My granddaughters kindergarten year proved to be disappointing.
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