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#1864 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 49% in state
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary
Elementary School · MANATEE
515 63RD AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,864 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#27 of 48
public schools
In district
#45 of 71
MANATEE
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary
Elementary School in Bradenton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Blanche H.
Daughtrey Elementary serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,864 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
43% of students at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary 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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Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary — Students at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary Compares
See how Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary 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
515 63RD AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VISIBLE MEN ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM MONROE ROWLETT ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND COMMUNICATION (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLORINE J ABEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Sarasota), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,030
Median Home Value
$302,500
Median Rent
$1,437/mo
Population
39,109
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
50.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary
What grades does Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary serve?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary rank in FL?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary ranks #1,864 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary a charter school?
No, Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary?
63.1% of students at Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary 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
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (941) 751-7023
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #45 of 71
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