BLACKBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BLACKBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in PALMETTO, FL with about 502 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, BLACKBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BLACKBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Palmetto, Florida, is a public school serving students in the Manatee County School District. As a neighborhood institution, it focuses on providing a foundational education for young learners within the local community. The school emphasizes academic growth and personal development, striving to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while fostering a supportive learning environment.

Like many schools in the Manatee County district, Blackburn Elementary is committed to aligning its curriculum with state educational standards. The school typically offers a range of programs aimed at student engagement, including core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside opportunities for social-emotional learning. By maintaining strong ties to the Palmetto area, the school works to involve families and community members in the educational process to help ensure student success.

For more information, contact BLACKBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (941) 723-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.