For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,465 students in 33966, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL are Lee County Virtual Franchise, Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33966 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33966, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33966, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lee County Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Grades: PK-12
| 737 students
Rank: #22.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4750 Winkler Avenue Ext
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Grades: 6-8
| 995 students
Rank: #33.
Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Challenger Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Grades: PK-5
| 652 students
Rank: #55.
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Grades: PK-12
| 81 students
Rank: n/an/a
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
33966, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 939-6310
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 939-6310
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL include Lee County Virtual Franchise, Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided).
How many public elementary schools are located in 33966?
6 public elementary schools are located in 33966.
What is the racial composition of students in 33966?
33966 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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