Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Myers Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School's student population of 48 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#65 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
75%
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
44%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Myers Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Myers Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Myers Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Sanibel School, Pinewoods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort Myers Beach Elementary School?
48 students attend Fort Myers Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School?
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Myers Beach Elementary School offer ?
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fort Myers Beach Elementary School part of?
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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