WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in BRADENTON, FL with about 617 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY, located in Bradenton, Florida, is a public school serving the Manatee County School District. As a neighborhood elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational education to students in grades PK–5, fostering a supportive environment aimed at academic growth and social development. The school is integrated into the broader Manatee County school system, utilizing district-wide curriculum standards to prepare students for middle school transitions while emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and science.

The school serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, offering resources and programs typical of Florida’s public elementary system. By maintaining a commitment to the Manatee County School District’s mission, Bashaw Elementary emphasizes high-quality instruction, parent involvement, and the cultivation of a safe, inclusive learning space. Families associated with the school can access further information regarding specific school calendars, district policies, and student services through the official Manatee County school district website.

For more information, contact WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY at (941) 741-3307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.