Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanco Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blanco Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanco Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanco Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3742 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
58%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanco Elementary School's ranking?
Blanco Elementary School is ranked #3742 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blanco Elementary School often compared to?
Blanco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School, Valor South Austin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blanco Elementary School?
487 students attend Blanco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Blanco Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanco Elementary School?
Blanco Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanco Elementary School offer ?
Blanco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blanco Elementary School part of?
Blanco Elementary School is part of Blanco Independent School District.
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