Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Blanchard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Blanchard Elementary serves the northeast part of Cape Girardeau, MO, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blanchard Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blanchard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#140 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
7%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchard Elementary School's ranking?
Blanchard Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blanchard Elementary School often compared to?
Blanchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma Schrader Elementary School, Clippard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Elementary School?
326 students attend Blanchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blanchard Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanchard Elementary School?
Blanchard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blanchard Elementary School offer ?
Blanchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanchard Elementary School part of?
Blanchard Elementary School is part of Cape Girardeau 63 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school. I went to all the plays etc the school had and enjoyed seeing the performances and going to the chili suppers. Happy Experiences !!!
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