Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blountstown Elementary School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blountstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Blountstown Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blountstown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blountstown Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#1241 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
36%
Black
19%
21%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blountstown Elementary School's ranking?
Blountstown Elementary School is ranked #1241 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Blountstown Elementary School often compared to?
Blountstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Elementary & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Blountstown Elementary School?
477 students attend Blountstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blountstown Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blountstown Elementary School?
Blountstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blountstown Elementary School offer ?
Blountstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blountstown Elementary School part of?
Blountstown Elementary School is part of Calhoun School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
Both of my children have attended this school. Son 14 and daughter 6. The staff is one of the best I have ever seen working with kids. The atmosphere is one that can be learned from. Everyone togeather makes this school one that every child and parent can be proud to call theirs. Thank you so very much for all that all of you do.
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