Blankner K-8 vs Pershing School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blankner K-8
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
824 students
Pershing School
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,057 students
| Measure | Blankner K-8 Orlando, Florida | Pershing School Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #329 of 2,187 | #911 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #5068 of 50,301 | #14998 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 824 | 1,057 |
| Enrollment | 824 | 1,057 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.2% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| city | Orlando | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blankner K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 64.7).
- •Blankner K-8 does better on math proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Blankner K-8 does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 52%).
- •Blankner K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 31%).
- •Blankner K-8 does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.8).
- •Pershing School is the larger school with 1,057 students compared with 824.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blankner K-8 better than Pershing School?
On the Success Index (US), Blankner K-8 ranks higher (79.8 vs 64.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blankner K-8 and Pershing School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Orlando and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blankner K-8: 824. Pershing School: 1,057. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blankner K-8 and Pershing School rank in Florida?
Blankner K-8 is 329th of 2,187 and Pershing School is 911th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).