For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,467 students in 34209, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34209, FL are Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Palma Sola Elementary School and Jessie P. Miller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34209 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34209, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34209, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ida M. Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7905 15th Ave Nw
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3176
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:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6806 5th Ave Nw
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3179
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3179
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Jessie P. Miller Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3300
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Sea Breeze Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3601 71st St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3190
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3190
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
H. S. Moody Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5425 38th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3170
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 741-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34209, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34209, FL include Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Palma Sola Elementary School and Jessie P. Miller Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34209?
5 public preschools are located in 34209.
What is the racial composition of students in 34209?
34209 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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