Serving 760 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colonial 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colonial Elementary School's student population of 760 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonial Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2765 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Elementary School's ranking?
Colonial Elementary School is ranked #2765 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Colonial Elementary School often compared to?
Colonial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Colonial Elementary School?
760 students attend Colonial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Colonial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonial Elementary School?
Colonial Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colonial Elementary School offer ?
Colonial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colonial Elementary School part of?
Colonial Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the Colonial Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
The new principals have turned this school into a great place kids enjoy going to learn. Most of the staff is very friendly and truly care about the well being of their students. There's no other school id have my kids attend.
1 4/7/2017
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