Top 10 Best Manatee County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 37 private schools serving 5,674 students in Manatee County, FL (there are 79 public schools, serving 50,243 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Manatee County, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 13%).
The best top ranked private schools in Manatee County, FL include Manatee Learning Academy, IMG Academy and Community Christian School.
The average tuition cost is $8,720, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $10,574.
62% of private schools in Manatee County, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Manatee County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
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.
Special Program Emphasis
5500 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
Grades: 6-12
| 1,351 students
Manatee Learning Academy
Manatee Learning Academy Photo
(2)
6210 17th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 794-0088
Grades: PK-12
| 159 students
Ave Maria University Preparatory School
Ave Maria University Preparatory School Photo
Special Education School
(5)
3200 75TH ST WEST
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 840-5331
Grades: 1-12
| 70 students
Bradenton Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
3304 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-5454
Grades: PK-12
| 815 students
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
Grades: K-12
| 92 students
Community Christian School
(Baptist)
5500 18th Street E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 756-8748
Grades: PK-12
| 360 students
Easterseals Academy SWFL
Special Education School
350 Braden Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 355-7637
Grades: K-12
| 96 students
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
Grades: PK-8
| 259 students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 695 students
West Coast Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1112 49th Avenue East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 755-9667
Grades: PK-9
| 53 students
Amikids Manatee
All-boys | Alternative School
6413 9 St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-7027
Grades: 6-9
| 45 students
Bowen Primary Academy
1116 35th Street West 1202
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 748-6648
Grades: PK-4
| 10 students
Center Montessori School
Montessori School
(2)
6024 26th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 753-4987
Grades: K-8
| 87 students
Core Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
605 13th Ave W
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 729-9069
Grades: K
| 42 students
Dba-sunshine Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Church of God)
2520 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 794-3143
Grades: K-7
| 58 students
Edison Academics
(2)
7431 Manatee Avenue W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-7500
Grades: 6-12
| 73 students
Educational Harbor
Alternative School (Baptist)
415 49th St E Palmetto, FL 34221
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 920-3935
Grades: K-11
| 58 students
Esthers School
Special Education School (Christian)
1200 Glory Way Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 358-0802
Grades: K-9
| 23 students
Family Life Community School
(Christian)
1616 59th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-7911
Grades: NS-8
| 77 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
14534 Arbor Green Trail
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 752-6600
Grades: NS-K
| students
Gulfcoast Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1700 51st Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 755-0332
Grades: K-12
| 27 students
Horizon Educational Systems
Alternative School
Po Box 10826
Bradenton, FL 34282
(941) 751-4501
Grades: K-12
| 105 students
Igloo Academy
5309 29th Street East
Ellenton, FL 34222
(941) 723-3663
Grades: 3-12
| 56 students
Inspiration Academy
Inspiration Academy Photo
(Christian)
7900 40th Ave West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 795-5466
Grades: 6-12
| 104 students
1017 5th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 201-6249
Grades: 3-12
| 10 students
The New College Child Center
Daycare / Preschool
540 58th St
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-0561
Grades: K-1
| 24 students
Next Generation Academics Inc
(Christian)
4635 26th St W,
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 251-2491
Grades: K-10
| 25 students
Pinnacle Academy
Special Education School
(2)
6215 Lorraine Road
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Grades: PK-12
| 137 students
6102 39th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 284-4076
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Primrose School At Lakewood Ranch Town Center
Daycare / Preschool
9127 Town Center Pkwy
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 373-6363
Grades: PK-K
| 170 students
Providence Community School
(Christian)
5512 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 727-6860
Grades: PK-12
| 152 students
Queen Of Angels Academy, Inc.
Alternative School (Catholic)
611 19th Street, West
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 907-2088
Grades: K-12
| 25 students
Risen Savior Academy
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
(1)
14605 59th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 756-7545
Grades: NS-K
| 97 students
Shepherd's Heart Christian School
(Christian)
6502 44th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 782-8929
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Suncoast Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1816 10th St W
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-3360
Grades: K-12
| 18 students
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Manatee County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
7700 Cortez Rd. W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 792-1000
Grades: NS-12
| 46 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Manatee County, FL?
The top ranked private schools in Manatee County, FL include Manatee Learning Academy, IMG Academy and Community Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Manatee County, FL?
37 private schools are located in Manatee County, FL.
How much do private schools cost in Manatee County, FL?
The average tuition cost is $8,720, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $10,574.
How diverse are private schools in Manatee County, FL?
Manatee County, FL private schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 46%.
What percentage of students in Manatee County, FL go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Manatee County, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 13%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Manatee County, FL?
62% of private schools in Manatee County, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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