Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Colin English Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. Colin English Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. Colin English 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 J. Colin English Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2045 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
41%
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
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Colin English Elementary School's ranking?
J. Colin English Elementary School is ranked #2045 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. Colin English Elementary School often compared to?
J. Colin English Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. Colin English Elementary School?
438 students attend J. Colin English Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of J. Colin English Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. Colin English Elementary School?
J. Colin English Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. Colin English Elementary School offer ?
J. Colin English Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J. Colin English Elementary School part of?
J. Colin English Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is J. Colin English Elementary School located?
J. Colin English Elementary School is located in the Diplomat neighborhood of North Fort Myers, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Diplomat.
School Calendar
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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)
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