Private schools in Manatee County, FL
21 schools across Bradenton, Parrish, Sarasota. About 4,990 students in all (2023-24).
| School | Grades | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Ave Maria University Prep School | 1-12 | 70 |
| Bradenton Christian School | PreK-12 | 899 |
| Center Montessori School | PreK-8 | 112 |
| Ces Academy of Bradenton | K-12 | 114 |
| Community Christian School | PreK-12 | 350 |
| Img Academy | 6-12 | 1,351 |
| Inspiration Academy | 6-12 | 239 |
| Next Generation Academics Inc | PreK-12 | 24 |
| Pinnacle Academy | PreK-12 | 178 |
| Potters Wheel Academy | 9-12 | 11 |
| Shepherds Heart Christian School | K-11 | 48 |
| Spark Alc | K-12 | 59 |
| St. Joseph Catholic School | PreK-8 | 264 |
| St. Stephen's Episcopal School | PreK-12 | 641 |
| Sunshine Academy and Daycare | PreK-10 | 92 |
| Tabernacle Christian School | K-12 | 38 |
| West Coast Christian Academy | PreK-11 | 58 |
| Woodland Academy | K-8 | 322 |
| Educational Harbor Christian School | K-12 | 60 |
| Lighthouse Preparatory Christian School | K-11 | 37 |
| Seeds of Life Montessori Academy | PreK-8 | 23 |
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What Florida pays
Florida Family Empowerment and Tax Credit Scholarships Education savings account
About $8,000 on average, set by county and grade For 2026-27 the table runs from $7,463 (grades 9-12, lowest county) to $12,217 (grades K-3, Monroe County). Students with disabilities average about $10,000 under FES-UA.
Figures read from each program’s official pages, 2026-09-20. Sources and how to apply
Neighboring counties
- Sarasota County (34)
- Pinellas County (89)
- Hillsborough County (111)
- Charlotte County (8)
- Desoto County (5)
- Hardee County (2)
- Pasco County (32)
- Polk County (57)
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