Serving 987 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blandford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blandford Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rincon, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 31 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the farthest edges located up to 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blandford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blandford Elementary School's student population of 987 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
987 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blandford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blandford Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blandford Elementary School's ranking?
Blandford Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blandford Elementary School often compared to?
Blandford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guyton Elementary School, South Effingham Elementary School, Ebenezer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blandford Elementary School?
987 students attend Blandford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Blandford Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blandford Elementary School?
Blandford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blandford Elementary School offer ?
Blandford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blandford Elementary School part of?
Blandford Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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