WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION

WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in BRADENTON, FL with about 918 students offering grade levels from 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 88 teachers, WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION, located in Bradenton, Florida, is a public charter school that distinguishes itself through an integrated curriculum focused on the arts and effective communication. Serving students in elementary grades, the school utilizes a unique educational model that embeds music, visual arts, theater, and dance directly into the core academic subjects. By prioritizing these creative disciplines, the academy aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and student engagement, ensuring that children develop not only academic proficiency but also the confidence and expressive skills necessary for future success.

The school is recognized for its vibrant campus culture and its commitment to a "whole-child" approach to education. Beyond the classroom, Rowlett Academy emphasizes strong community involvement and high expectations for student achievement. Its mission is centered on cultivating a learning environment where curiosity is encouraged and diverse talents are nurtured. By combining rigorous state standards with a specialized focus on the arts, the academy provides a distinct alternative to traditional public schooling, preparing its students to be innovative and articulate citizens in a modern world.

For more information, contact WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION at (941) 708-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3500 9TH ST E
BRADENTON, FL 34208
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WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION is a public Title I Charter school in BRADENTON, FL with about 918 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
MANATEE DISTRICT OFFICE
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
MANATEE
Total Students:
918
Teachers:
88
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 918 students

White
54.8%
Hispanic/Latino
23.3%
Black or African American
14.8%
Two or more races
5.0%
Asian
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
54.8%
Male
45.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.