Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blanton Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanton Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1968 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
21%
21%
White
41%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanton Elementary School's ranking?
Blanton Elementary School is ranked #1968 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Blanton Elementary School?
515 students attend Blanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Blanton Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanton Elementary School?
Blanton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blanton Elementary School offer ?
Blanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blanton Elementary School part of?
Blanton Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Blanton Elementary School located?
Blanton Elementary School is located in the West Lealman neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in West Lealman.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of school for students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. Students will be released two hours early.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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