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#1879 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 50% in state
Blanton Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
6400 54TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,879 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#35 of 43
public schools
In district
#106 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Blanton Elementary School
Blanton Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Blanton Elementary School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
Blanton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,879 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Blanton Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% 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
37% of students at Blanton 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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Blanton Elementary School — Students at Blanton Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
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: 5.3/10.
How Blanton Elementary School Compares
See how Blanton 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
6400 54TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blanton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEM (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Pinellas Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIXIE M. HOLLINS HIGH SCHOOL Kenneth City | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEM Pinellas Park | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ESE COUNTYWIDE Pinellas Park | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER Pinellas Park | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PINELLAS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SEVENTY-FOURTH ST. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| KING QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDE Pinellas Park | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| KING & QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDENTS Pinellas Park | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| COVENANT ACADEMY Pinellas Park | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PINELLAS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| PINELLAS SECONDARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| RICHARD L. SANDERS SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTER ACADEMY PREP Pinellas Park | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTER ACADEMY Pinellas Park | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.9 mi | — |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,621
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
25,371
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
53.3
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|---|---|
| ALEXANDER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Palmetto Bay, FL | 6.3 |
| AUBURNDALE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 6.3 |
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.3 |
| BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.3 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY COLLIER Naples, FL | 6.3 |
| BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Winter Park, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blanton Elementary School
What grades does Blanton Elementary School serve?
Blanton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blanton Elementary School?
Blanton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blanton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blanton Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blanton Elementary School rank in FL?
Blanton Elementary School ranks #1,879 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Blanton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blanton Elementary School 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 Blanton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blanton Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blanton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blanton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blanton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blanton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blanton Elementary School?
73.2% of students at Blanton 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (727) 547-7820
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #106 of 148
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