Serving 824 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Blankner K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blankner K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Blankner K-8's student population of 824 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blankner K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blankner K-8 is 0.64, 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
#455 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blankner K-8's ranking?
Blankner K-8 is ranked #455 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Blankner K-8 often compared to?
Blankner K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Lake Como School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Blankner K-8?
824 students attend Blankner K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blankner K-8 students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blankner K-8?
Blankner K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blankner K-8 offer ?
Blankner K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blankner K-8 part of?
Blankner K-8 is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Blankner K-8 located?
Blankner K-8 is located in the Wadeview Park neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Wadeview Park.
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