Serving 981 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diplomat Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diplomat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Diplomat Elementary School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Diplomat Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diplomat Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#817 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
43%
36%
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
50%
50%
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 Diplomat Elementary School's ranking?
Diplomat Elementary School is ranked #817 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Diplomat Elementary School often compared to?
Diplomat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caloosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Diplomat Elementary School?
981 students attend Diplomat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Diplomat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diplomat Elementary School?
Diplomat Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Diplomat Elementary School offer ?
Diplomat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Diplomat Elementary School part of?
Diplomat Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Diplomat Elementary School located?
Diplomat Elementary School is located in the Diplomat neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Diplomat.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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