WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION

Charter School 918 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
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.
918
Total Students
61.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION
Demographic Student Count
White484
Hispanic278
Black90
Asian12
Two or More52
American Indian2
  • White
    484 (52.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    278 (30.3 %)
  • Black
    90 (9.8 %)
  • Two or More
    52 (5.7 %)
  • Asian
    12 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: MANATEE
Phone: (941)708-6100
Website: http://rowlettacademy.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 918
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 61.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 377
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 58
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 145
Grade 1 143
Grade 2 150
Grade 3 155
Grade 4 156
Grade 5 169

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten145
Grade 1143
Grade 2150
Grade 3155
Grade 4156
Grade 5169
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46951.1%
Male44948.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)