Average
#2070 of 3,778 schools in FL
Blountstown Elementary School
Elementary School · CALHOUN
17586 MAIN STREET N, Blountstown, FL 32424
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,070 of 3,778
In Blountstown
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
CALHOUN
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Blountstown Elementary School
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About Blountstown Elementary School
Blountstown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Blountstown, FL, part of CALHOUN. Blountstown Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blountstown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Blountstown Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Blountstown Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
39% of students at Blountstown 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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Blountstown Elementary School — Students at Blountstown Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.3/10.
How Blountstown Elementary School Compares
See how Blountstown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17586 MAIN STREET N, Blountstown, FL 32424
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blountstown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W. R. TOLAR K-8 SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is SNEADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Sneads), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Hosford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blountstown, see our Blountstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALHOUN VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Blountstown | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BLOUNTSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Blountstown | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| LIBERTY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bristol | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LIBERTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Bristol | 4.2 mi | — |
| LIBERTY EARLY LEARNING CENTER Bristol | 4.4 mi | — |
| GOLD STAR PRIVATE ACADEMY Bristol | 4.6 mi | — |
| W. R. TOLAR K-8 SCHOOL Bristol | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
| CARR ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Clarksville | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ALTHA PUBLIC SCHOOL Altha | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hosford | 15.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL Grand Ridge | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SNEADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sneads | 18.8 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY WILDERNESS CROSSROADS Hosford | 19.2 mi | — |
| APALACHICOLA FOREST YOUTH ACADEMY Hosford | 19.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SNEADS HIGH SCHOOL Sneads | 19.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CHATTAHOOCHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chattahoochee | 21.5 mi | 5.4 |
| GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy | 20.3 mi | 6.9 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Quincy | 20.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST GADSDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Quincy | 20.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PLAYBIG LEARNING CENTER MARIANNA Marianna | 24.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,890
Median Home Value
$158,700
Median Rent
$598/mo
Population
7,430
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
70.9%
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
41
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| CHRISTINA M. EVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 6.0 |
| CLAY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blountstown Elementary School
What grades does Blountstown Elementary School serve?
Blountstown Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blountstown Elementary School?
Blountstown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blountstown Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blountstown Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blountstown Elementary School rank in FL?
Blountstown Elementary School ranks #2,070 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Blountstown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blountstown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Blountstown Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blountstown Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blountstown Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blountstown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blountstown Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blountstown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blountstown Elementary School?
67.6% of students at Blountstown 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
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Calhoun County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (850) 674-8169
Resources & Links
District
CALHOUN- District Enrollment
- 2,051
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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