PALMETTO HIGH SCHOOL

MANATEE
1200 17TH ST W
PALMETTO, FL 34221
2,100 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Palmetto High School, located in Palmetto, Florida, is a public secondary institution serving students in the Manatee County School District. As a traditional high school, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness. The school provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletic programs, student government, and various clubs, fostering a sense of community and school spirit among its diverse student body.

The school is committed to supporting student success through a mix of rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) classes and career and technical education (CTE) programs. By leveraging its resources and staff, Palmetto High School focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and personal development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school calendars, policies, and specific program offerings, the district’s official website serves as the primary resource for updates and institutional communication.
2,100
Total Students
92.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    823 (39.2 %)
  • White
    739 (35.2 %)
  • Black
    430 (20.5 %)
  • Two or More
    80 (3.8 %)
  • Asian
    27 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: MANATEE
Phone: (941)723-4848
Website: http://www.edline.net/pages/sdmcpalmettohs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,100
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 92.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,189
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 124

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 601
Grade 10 549
Grade 11 533
Grade 12 417
Gender Ratio
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