For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,365 students in 34212, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34212, FL are Gene Witt Elementary School and Freedom Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34212 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34212, 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 34212, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gene Witt Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Rye Rd E
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 741-3628
Gr: PK-5 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9515 E State Road 64
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 708-4990
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
34212, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
751 Rye Wilderness Rd
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 803-3969
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 803-3969
Gr: 6-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34212, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34212, FL include Gene Witt Elementary School and Freedom Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34212?
2 public preschools are located in 34212.
What is the racial composition of students in 34212?
34212 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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