For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,953 students in 34205, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34205, FL are Rowlett Middle Academy, Manatee High School and Pace Center For Girls. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34205 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34205, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34205, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rowlett Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 30th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 462-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Manatee High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
902 33rd Street Ct W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-7300
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-7300
Gr: 8-12 | 1,998 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3508 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-4566
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Bradenton Bay High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
817 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 708-8770
Gr: 7-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
1803 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 714-3445
Gr: 2-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34205, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34205, FL include Rowlett Middle Academy, Manatee High School and Pace Center For Girls.
How many public middle schools are located in 34205?
5 public middle schools are located in 34205.
What is the racial composition of students in 34205?
34205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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