The Goddard School Photo

Best Bradenton Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 31 private schools serving 5,773 students in Bradenton, FL (there are 56 public schools, serving 34,600 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in Bradenton, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
The top-ranked private schools in Bradenton, FL include Ave Maria University Prep School, CES Academy– Bradenton, FL, and Manatee Learning Academy.
The average tuition cost is $11,770, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,849.
65% of private schools in Bradenton, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Bradenton Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
IMG Academy
IMG Academy Photo - IMG Academy's Academic Center is in the hear of campus and offers classes, resources, and college placement support to each student-athlete.
5500 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
Gr: 6-12 | 1,351 student Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Manatee Learning Academy
Manatee Learning Academy Photo
(2)
6210 17th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 794-0088
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Tuition listed
Ave Maria University Prep School
Ave Maria University Prep School Photo
Special Education School (Christian)
(5)
3200 75TH ST WEST
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 840-5331
Gr: 1-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bradenton Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
3304 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-5454
Gr: PK-12 | 891 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10
CES Academy– Bradenton, FL
CES Academy– Bradenton, FL Photo - CES Academy of Bradenton helps each student win and belong because everyonedeserves a chance to succeed in school and life.
(Christian)
(9)
2615 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-2525
Gr: K-12 | 92 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Community Christian School
(Baptist)
5500 18th Street E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 756-8748
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Photo - Mrs. Smith fourth graders celebrate Saints Day.
(Catholic)
2990 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 755-2611
Gr: PK-8 Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Saint Stephen's Episcopal School
Saint Stephen's Episcopal School Photo - Located on the McLewis Bayou, SSES is the only area school with direct access to the Manatee River and Gulf of Mexico. The school capitalizes on that premier location by teaching One Ocean, a custom-designed Pre-K through grade 12 marine science curriculum that provides an opportunity for each student to study the wonders of the ocean environment.
(Episcopal)
(14)
315 41st St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 746-2121
Gr: PK-12 | 680 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
West Coast Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1112 49th Avenue East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 755-9667
Gr: PK-12 | 50 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Amikids Manatee
All-boys | Alternative School
6413 9 St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7027
Gr: 6-9 | 45 students
Ave Maria University Preparatory School Inc
Special Education School
3200 75th St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 840-5331
Gr: 2-12 | 69 students
Bowen Primary Academy
1116 35th Street West 1202
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 748-6648
Gr: PK-4 | 10 students
Center Montessori School
Montessori School
(2)
6024 26th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 753-4987
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dba-sunshine Academy
(Church of God)
2520 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 794-3143
Gr: PK-8 | 154 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Family Life Community School
(Christian)
1616 59th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-7911
Gr: NS-8 | 77 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
14534 Arbor Green Trail
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 752-6600
Gr: NS-K Tuition listed
Gulfcoast Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1700 51st Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 755-0332
Gr: K-11 | 21 students
Horizon Educational Systems
Alternative School
Po Box 10826
Bradenton, FL 34282
(941) 751-4501
Gr: K-12 | 105 students Tuition listed
Inspiration Academy
Inspiration Academy Photo
(Christian)
7900 40th Ave West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 795-5466
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1017 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 224-9172
Gr: 1-10 | 15 students
Next Generation Academics Inc
(Christian)
4635 26th St W,
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 251-2491
Gr: K-9 | 32 students
Pinnacle Academy
Special Education School
(2)
6215 Lorraine Road
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Gr: PK-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
6102 39th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 284-4076
Gr: 3-11 | 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Primrose School At Lakewood Ranch Town Center
Daycare / Preschool
9127 Town Center Pkwy
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 373-6363
Gr: PK-K | 194 students
Providence Community School
(Christian)
5512 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 727-6860
Gr: PK-12 | 152 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Queen Of Angels Academy, Inc.
Alternative School (Catholic)
611 19th Street, West
Bradenton, FL 34205
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Tuition listed
Risen Savior Academy
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
(5)
14605 59th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 756-7545
Gr: NS-K | 97 students
Shepherd's Heart Christian School
(Christian)
6502 44th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 782-8929
Gr: K-12 | 41 students
Spark Alc
Alternative School
1805 30th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 909-8440
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
1218 7th Ave. E.
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 746-1915
Gr: K-12 | 19 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Woodland Academy
(Christian)
9607 E State Road 70
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 753-8588
Gr: K-8 | 251 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Bradenton, Florida

Bradenton, Florida Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
7431 Manatee Avenue W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-7500
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Esthers School (Closed 2025)
Special Education School (Christian)
1200 Glory Way Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 358-0802
Gr: K-9 | 23 students
7700 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 792-1000
Gr: NS-12 | 46 students Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Bradenton)
This State (FL)
# Schools
31 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
5,773 Students
479,303 Students
% Average Students of Color
33%
47%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
466 Teachers
41,591 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
61%
51%
Average Class Size
12 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
14 courses
Average SAT score
1096
(Out of 1600)
1190
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,770
$13,849
Average % on Financial Aid
39%
47%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,375
$6,179
Average Acceptance Rate
69%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$29 million
$121.35 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.65
0.73
# American Indian Students
14 Students
1,217 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
412 Students
13,059 Students
% Asian Students
7%
3%
# Hispanic Students
648 Students
91,061 Students
% Hispanic Students
11%
19%
# Black Students
383 Students
55,408 Students
% Black Students
7%
12%
# White Students
3,098 Students
182,923 Students
% White Students
54%
39%
# Hawaiian Students
9 Students
1,211 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,167 Students
127,920 Students
% of Others Students
21%
27%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Bradenton, FL?
The top-ranked private schools in Bradenton, FL include Ave Maria University Prep School, CES Academy– Bradenton, FL, and Manatee Learning Academy.
How many private schools are located in Bradenton?
31 private schools are located in Bradenton.
How much do private schools cost in Bradenton?
The average tuition cost is $11,770, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,849.
How diverse are private schools in Bradenton?
Bradenton private schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 47%.
What percentage of students in Bradenton go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Bradenton are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Bradenton?
65% of private schools in Bradenton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Bradenton are often viewed compared to one another?

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