Serving 800 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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 800 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.48, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
800 students attend Toledo Blade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Toledo Blade Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% 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 15:1, which is lower 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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