For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,970 students in 34202, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34202, FL are Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and Braden River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34202 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34202, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34202, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert Willis Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14705 The Masters Ave
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 316-8245
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6325 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-8165
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Braden River Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6125 River Club Blvd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 751-7012
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Academy Inc.
Special Education School
6215 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Gr: PK-12
34202, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pinnacle Academy Inc. (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
6215 Lorraine Rd
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34202, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34202, FL include Robert Willis Elementary School, Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School and Braden River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34202?
4 public preschools are located in 34202.
What is the racial composition of students in 34202?
34202 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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