Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blanchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blanchard Elementary serves the west part of Santa Paula, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blanchard Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blanchard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8456 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchard Elementary School's ranking?
Blanchard Elementary School is ranked #8456 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Blanchard Elementary School often compared to?
Blanchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen City Elementary School, Olivelands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Elementary School?
317 students attend Blanchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blanchard Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanchard Elementary School?
Blanchard Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blanchard Elementary School offer ?
Blanchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Blanchard Elementary School part of?
Blanchard Elementary School is part of Santa Paula Unified School District.
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