Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blanchard Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blanchard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1325 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
26%
36%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchard Elementary School's ranking?
Blanchard Elementary School is ranked #1325 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blanchard Elementary School often compared to?
Blanchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waddell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Elementary School?
470 students attend Blanchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Blanchard Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanchard Elementary School?
Blanchard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanchard Elementary School offer ?
Blanchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanchard Elementary School part of?
Blanchard Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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