Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blanche Charles 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blanche Charles Elementary serves a central area in Calexico, CA, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blanche Charles Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All working together to build successful minds
School Rankings
Blanche Charles 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 Blanche Charles Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#6843 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanche Charles Elementary School's ranking?
Blanche Charles Elementary School is ranked #6843 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Blanche Charles Elementary School often compared to?
Blanche Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mains Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Rockwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blanche Charles Elementary School?
419 students attend Blanche Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Blanche Charles Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanche Charles Elementary School?
Blanche Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blanche Charles Elementary School offer ?
Blanche Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Blanche Charles Elementary School part of?
Blanche Charles Elementary School is part of Calexico Unified School District.
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