Virgil Mills Elementary School Overview Info (2026 List)

About Virgil Mills Elementary School

Virgil Mills Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Palmetto, FL, in the Manatee County School District. Grades PK-5 The school is a traditional school with an emphasis on foundational academic development. The most recent data show about 833 students enrolled. The student–teacher ratio is about 16:1, which allows for balanced classroom instruction. The student body is made up of 52% male and 48% female students. State assessment data shows that roughly 68% of students are proficient in math and about 63% proficient in reading. The school functions as part of the School District of Manatee County and services a suburban residential student population. This campus uses a neighborhood-based enrollment system tied to surrounding housing communities. The homes surrounding the campus are routinely listed around $335,000, which shows steady suburban growth in the Palmetto area. The school is marketed as the best elementary school in Florida in the area’s education market for families in Florida looking for dependable academic performance and low-cost public education.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 68%

Reading 63%

State average proficiency is 68% in Math and 63% in Reading.

53

Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

5

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

833

Total Students

$66972

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 61.22%

Asian 3%

Hispanic 21.25%

Black 8.52%

Two+ Races 5.64%

Native Am. 0.36%

White

61.22%

Asian

3%

Hispanic

21.25%

Black

8.52%

Two+ Races

5.64%

Native Am.

0.36%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 833

48.26%

402 Female

51.74%

431 Male

Student Population

833 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

416 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Virgil Mills Elementary School Contact Information

Address

7200 69TH ST E, PALMETTO, FL 34221

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Phone

(941) 721-2140

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Website

http://www.manateeschools.net/mills

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 08:45 AM - 03:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Virgil Mills Elementary School Welcomes New School Year with Student Programs and Community Engagement Initiatives to Continue Through 2026 The school continues to collaborate with district activities that encourage academic readiness and student participation. Preparations continue for enrollment and classroom readiness, and are moving forward at a steady pace as the new school cycle approaches.

FAQ

Q1. What educational support does Virgil Mills Elementary School provide?

Ans. Virgil Mills Elementary School supports students academically through structured instruction, intervention programs, and guidance services that help students improve performance and achieve learning goals.

Q2. Does Virgil Mills Elementary School offer after school programs?

Ans. Does Virgil Mills Elementary School have after-school programs or extended day options? Yes, Virgil Mills Elementary School does have after-school programs or extended day options. They offer supervised activities, homework help, and enrichment opportunities for students.

Q3. Are there any clubs at Virgil Mills Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, Virgil Mills Elementary School has clubs and student enrichment activities that promote participation, skill development, and involvement outside of the traditional classroom experience.

Q4. How does Virgil Mills ES involve families?

Ans. Regular communication, school events, parent meetings and opportunities to volunteer for school activities are ways Virgil Mills Elementary School encourages family involvement.

Q5. What are the amenities at Virgil Mills Elementary School?

Ans. Virgil Mills Elementary School has well equipped classrooms, learning spaces and activity areas that support academic instruction and student development.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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