Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgewood Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Academy's student population of 480 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood Academy 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 Edgewood Academy is 0.53, 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
#2243 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Academy's ranking?
Edgewood Academy is ranked #2243 out of 3,704 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Academy?
480 students attend Edgewood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Edgewood Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Academy?
Edgewood Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edgewood Academy offer ?
Edgewood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edgewood Academy part of?
Edgewood Academy is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgewood Academy located?
Edgewood Academy is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL.
School Calendar
View the Edgewood Academy 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 11/12/2020
I went to this school for three years it is a really good school lots of fun activities there but really strict on dress code. Over all this school would be a perfect fit for your child:)
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