Lely Elementary School

8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy
Naples, FL 34113
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lely Elementary School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 499 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lely Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Lely Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Lely Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lely Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1660 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Lely Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
52%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lely Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
51%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lely Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Lely Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
42%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Lely Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
31%
21%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Lely Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
21%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Lely Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.69
This chart displays the diversity score of Lely Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Lely Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Lely Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lely Elementary School's ranking?
Lely Elementary School is ranked #1660 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lely Elementary School often compared to?
Lely Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Manatee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lely Elementary School?
499 students attend Lely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lely Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lely Elementary School?
Lely Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lely Elementary School offer ?
Lely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lely Elementary School part of?
Lely Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Lely Elementary School located?
Lely Elementary School is located in the South Naples neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Naples.

School Calendar

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Date
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 499 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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