Average
#1627 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 43% in state
Van E. Blanton Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
10327 NW 11TH AVE, Miami, FL 33150
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,627 of 3,778
In Miami
#159 of 280
public schools
In district
#270 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Van E. Blanton Elementary School
Van E. Blanton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Van E.
Blanton Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Van E. Blanton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Van E. Blanton Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Van E. 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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Van E. Blanton Elementary School — Students at Van E. Blanton Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
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
→ 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: 6.5/10.
How Van E. Blanton Elementary School Compares
See how Van E. 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
10327 NW 11TH AVE, Miami, FL 33150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van E. Blanton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HENRY E.S. REEVES K-8 CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,802
Median Home Value
$377,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
31,936
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van E. Blanton Elementary School
What grades does Van E. Blanton Elementary School serve?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van E. Blanton Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van E. Blanton Elementary School rank in FL?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School ranks #1,627 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Van E. Blanton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van E. Blanton Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Van E. Blanton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Van E. Blanton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van E. Blanton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Van E. Blanton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
70.6% of students at Van E. 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (305) 696-9241
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #270 of 497
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