What grades does VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY serve?

VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the BRADENTON area.

Where is VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY located?

VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY is a urban school in BRADENTON, FL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY?

The student-teacher ratio at VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY is 10:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

Is VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY a charter school?

VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY operates as a charter school. It is publicly funded but has more autonomy than traditional public schools in curriculum and operations.

What schools are in BRADENTON, FL?

Schools in BRADENTON include VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the BRADENTON area.

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VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY — School Calendar 2026-27

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BRADENTON, FL 34203

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Fri

Early Release - Elementary & K-8half_dayDistrict-wide

Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

Oct

Fri

Student Early Release -1 PMhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Student Early Release - 1:50 PMhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Professional Learning Early ReleaseStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break--No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving - All sites closed.HolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

10:1

Locale

Suburban

District

MANATEE

Econ. Disadvantaged

67.1%

Phone

(941)758-7588

Charter School

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

11-19%

Math Proficiency

20-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

36.7%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

541

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

78% fully certified

Counselors

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,381

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,942

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,898

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 22%Local 64%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

12.1%

Uninsured residents

9.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

8,261

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

7,723

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

3,078 (40%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,987 (26%)

Autism

852 (11%)

Other Health Impairment

685 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

267 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

119 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Declining(-52% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

Early Release - Elementary & K-8

Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

half_day

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

Student Early Release -1 PM

half_day

Wed, Oct 28, 2026

Student Early Release - 1:50 PM

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in MANATEE. VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day--No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Kindergarten-2nd Grade FAST Math AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Early Release - Elementary & K-8District-wide Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Student Early Release -1 PMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Student Early Release - 1:50 PMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Professional Learning Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break--No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving - All sites closed.District-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving FridayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Early Release - High SchoolsDistrict-wide High schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - All sites closed.District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Professional Learning Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Student Early Release -1:50 PMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Student Early Release -1 PMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Elementary/K-8 Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Manatee County School District	Break	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	State Writing Assessment (BEST Writing)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	State Science AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Early Release - All SchoolsDistrict-wide All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - All sites closed.District-wide	Holiday	—