Serving 1,243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunshine Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunshine Elementary School's student population of 1,243 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunshine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunshine Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2311 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
59%
36%
Black
27%
21%
White
10%
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
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunshine Elementary School's ranking?
Sunshine Elementary School is ranked #2311 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunshine Elementary School often compared to?
Sunshine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harns Marsh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunshine Elementary School?
1,243 students attend Sunshine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sunshine Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunshine Elementary School?
Sunshine Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunshine Elementary School offer ?
Sunshine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sunshine Elementary School part of?
Sunshine Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunshine Elementary School located?
Sunshine Elementary School is located in the Harris neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Harris.
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Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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