Excellent
#697 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Blackburn Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
3904 17TH ST E, Palmetto, FL 34221
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#697 of 3,778
In Palmetto
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#25 of 71
MANATEE
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Blackburn Elementary School
Blackburn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palmetto, FL, part of MANATEE. Blackburn Elementary School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Blackburn Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Blackburn Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Blackburn Elementary School — Students at Blackburn Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Blackburn Elementary School Compares
See how Blackburn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3904 17TH ST E, Palmetto, FL 34221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackburn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALMETTO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOUISE R JOHNSON K-8 SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 9.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Bradenton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES TILLMAN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Palmetto, see our Palmetto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,314
Median Home Value
$298,200
Median Rent
$1,459/mo
Population
54,923
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
46.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackburn Elementary School
What grades does Blackburn Elementary School serve?
Blackburn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blackburn Elementary School?
Blackburn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blackburn Elementary School rank in FL?
Blackburn Elementary School ranks #697 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Blackburn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Blackburn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackburn Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blackburn Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blackburn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blackburn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blackburn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackburn Elementary School?
79.6% of students at Blackburn Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (941) 723-4800
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #25 of 71
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