James Tillman Elementary Magnet School vs Manatee School for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Tillman Elementary Magnet School
Palmetto · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
614 students
Manatee School for the Arts
Palmetto · Charter high · Grades 6–12
2,051 students
| Measure | James Tillman Elementary Magnet School Palmetto, Florida | Manatee School for the Arts Palmetto, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1715 of 2,187 | #179 of 576 |
| National rank | #29465 of 50,301 | #5681 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 614 | 2,051 |
| Enrollment | 614 | 2,051 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.1% | 40.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 62% |
| city | Palmetto | Palmetto |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manatee School for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.5 vs 43.7).
- •James Tillman Elementary Magnet School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Manatee School for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 34%).
- •Manatee School for the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.4% vs 73.1%).
- •James Tillman Elementary Magnet School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 19.0).
- •Manatee School for the Arts is the larger school with 2,051 students compared with 614.
- •James Tillman Elementary Magnet School is a public school while Manatee School for the Arts is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is James Tillman Elementary Magnet School better than Manatee School for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Manatee School for the Arts ranks higher (60.5 vs 43.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are James Tillman Elementary Magnet School and Manatee School for the Arts?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Palmetto and Palmetto in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Tillman Elementary Magnet School: 614. Manatee School for the Arts: 2,051. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Tillman Elementary Magnet School and Manatee School for the Arts rank in Florida?
James Tillman Elementary Magnet School is 1715th of 2,187 and Manatee School for the Arts is 179th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).