Excellent
#466 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
Toledo Blade Elementary School
Elementary School · SARASOTA
1201 GERANIUM AVE, North Port, FL 34288
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#466 of 3,778
In North Port
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#11 of 56
SARASOTA
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Toledo Blade Elementary School
Elementary School in North Port · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Toledo Blade Elementary School
Toledo Blade Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Port, FL, part of SARASOTA. Toledo Blade Elementary School serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Toledo Blade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Toledo Blade Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Toledo Blade Elementary School — Students at Toledo Blade Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How Toledo Blade Elementary School Compares
See how Toledo Blade 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
1201 GERANIUM AVE, North Port, FL 34288
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Toledo Blade Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Port Charlotte), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Port, see our North Port schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMAGINE SCHOOL AT NORTH PORT North Port | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL North Port | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ATWATER ELEMENTARY North Port | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| CRANBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LAMARQUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| CHARLOTTE TECHNICAL COLLEGE Port Charlotte | 4.2 mi | — |
| CHARLOTTE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Port Charlotte | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PORT CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.3 mi | 4.4 |
| THE ACADEMY Port Charlotte | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MURDOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH PORT HIGH SCHOOL North Port | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HERON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL North Port | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CHARLOTTE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GLENALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PORT CHARLOTTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
| KINGSWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Charlotte | 6.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34288 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,750
Median Home Value
$333,400
Median Rent
$1,951/mo
Population
16,597
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
41.3
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| BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City, FL | 8.5 |
| BEVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia, FL | 8.5 |
| CALLAHAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Callahan, FL | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Toledo Blade Elementary School
What grades does Toledo Blade Elementary School serve?
Toledo Blade Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Toledo Blade Elementary School?
Toledo Blade Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Toledo Blade Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Toledo Blade Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Toledo Blade Elementary School rank in FL?
Toledo Blade Elementary School ranks #466 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Toledo Blade Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Toledo Blade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Toledo Blade Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Toledo Blade Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Toledo Blade Elementary School a charter school?
No, Toledo Blade Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Toledo Blade Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Toledo Blade Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Toledo Blade Elementary School?
59.4% of students at Toledo Blade 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
- 800
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sarasota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.8%
- Phone
- (941) 426-6100
Resources & Links
District
SARASOTA- District Enrollment
- 45,314
- Schools in District
- 63
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,033
- District Rank
- #11 of 56
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