Serving 719 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanche H. Daughtrey 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School's student population of 719 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#2939 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Hispanic
83%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
7%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School's ranking?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School is ranked #2939 out of 3,662 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School?
719 students attend Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School offer ?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School part of?
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
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