Amikids Manatee is a public alternative school in Bradenton, Florida, that serves middle and HS students, usually those in grades 6–12. The school focuses on giving students who do better in a nontraditional learning environment structured support for their behavior and education. With 100 students, Amikids Manatee has a small student body. The student-teacher ratio is about 13:1, which means that each student gets more individual attention. In addition to core academics, the school focuses on character development, career readiness, and personalized instruction. Based on the data, math proficiency is about 10% and reading proficiency is about 10%. Not many people know how much money is spent on each student, but most programs are paid for by partnerships between public schools and the community. The school doesn't give the SAT or other tests on its own, but students may be able to take them through arrangements made by the district. Offering a balanced mix of academics, leadership development, and innovation, the school has earned recognition as the best high school in Florida.