Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van E. Blanton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van E. Blanton Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van E. Blanton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van E. Blanton Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2350 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
69%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van E. Blanton Elementary School's ranking?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School is ranked #2350 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
399 students attend Van E. Blanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Van E. Blanton Elementary School students are Black, and 31% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van E. Blanton Elementary School?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van E. Blanton Elementary School offer ?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Van E. Blanton Elementary School part of?
Van E. Blanton Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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