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Blanchard Elem.

Elementary School · CAPE GIRARDEAU 63

1829 N SPRIGG ST, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,282 of 2,221

In Cape Girardeau

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

CAPE GIRARDEAU 63

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Blanchard Elem.

6.0/10

Elementary School in Cape Girardeau · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blanchard Elem.

Blanchard Elem. is a public elementary school in Cape Girardeau, MO, part of CAPE GIRARDEAU 63. Blanchard Elem. serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Blanchard Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,282 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Blanchard Elem. show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+32.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,129
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Blanchard Elem. — Students at Blanchard Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
56.7%
ELA
67.8%
2025
Math
54.9%
ELA
60.7%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Blanchard Elem. Compares

See how Blanchard Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MO
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1829 N SPRIGG ST, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blanchard Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cape Girardeau, see our Cape Girardeau schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH Cape Girardeau 1.2 mi
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau 1.2 mi 7.5
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 1.5 mi 5.9
CENTRAL MIDDLE Cape Girardeau 1.7 mi 7.4
ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau 1.6 mi 8.5
ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 2.1 mi 7.9
CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau 1.9 mi 3.9
JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau 2.4 mi 4.5
PARKVIEW SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 2.7 mi
FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau 2.3 mi 7.8
CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau 2.3 mi 7.0
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau 3.2 mi 7.3
CENTRAL HIGH Cape Girardeau 4.3 mi 6.6
EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 4.3 mi 6.6
NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau 4.8 mi 6.5
NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 4.9 mi 6.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City 7.3 mi 6.9
SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City 8.1 mi 6.0
SCOTT CITY HIGH Scott City 8.1 mi 6.5
SCOTT CITY MIDDLE Scott City 8.1 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,904

Median Home Value

$209,600

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

38,809

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

16.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

34.4

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HOLCOMB ELEM. Holcomb, MO 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blanchard Elem.

What grades does Blanchard Elem. serve?

Blanchard Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Blanchard Elem.?

Blanchard Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blanchard Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Blanchard Elem. is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blanchard Elem. rank in MO?

Blanchard Elem. ranks #1,282 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Blanchard Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Blanchard Elem. 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 Blanchard Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blanchard Elem. has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blanchard Elem. a charter school?

No, Blanchard Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blanchard Elem. a Title I school?

No, Blanchard Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blanchard Elem.?

100.0% of students at Blanchard Elem. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cape Girardeau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

CAPE GIRARDEAU 63
District Enrollment
4,301
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,129
District Rank
#6 of 8

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