Manatee School District

The Manatee School District is located in Bradenton, FL and includes 75 schools that serve 42,235 students in grades PK through 12.  

District Spending

The Manatee School District spends $7,818 per pupil in current expenditures.  The district spends 60% on instruction, 36% on support services, and 4% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student Information

The Manatee School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 3% in 2005.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%.  

In the Manatee School District, 18% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The Manatee School District serves 9% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.