Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blanton Elementary School's student population of 708 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanton Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3104 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
38%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanton Elementary School's ranking?
Blanton Elementary School is ranked #3104 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blanton Elementary School?
708 students attend Blanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Blanton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanton Elementary School?
Blanton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanton Elementary School offer ?
Blanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blanton Elementary School part of?
Blanton Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Blanton Elementary School located?
Blanton Elementary School is located in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Windsor Park.
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