Serving 841 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Toledo Blade Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Toledo Blade Elementary School serves the southeast part of North Port, FL, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toledo Blade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Toledo Blade Elementary School's student population of 841 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day!
School Rankings
Toledo Blade Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toledo Blade 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
#552 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toledo Blade Elementary School's ranking?
Toledo Blade Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Toledo Blade Elementary School often compared to?
Toledo Blade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cranberry Elementary School, Atwater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Toledo Blade Elementary School?
841 students attend Toledo Blade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Toledo Blade Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toledo Blade Elementary School?
Toledo Blade Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toledo Blade Elementary School offer ?
Toledo Blade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toledo Blade Elementary School part of?
Toledo Blade Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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