Serving 926 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen Park 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allen Park Elementary School serves the southwest part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 171.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Park Elementary School's student population of 926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Motto
Allen Park Elementary strives to be a high performing school community inspiring high performing lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Allen Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Park Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2684 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
43%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Park Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Park Elementary School is ranked #2684 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Allen Park Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Alva 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 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Allen Park Elementary School?
926 students attend Allen Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Allen Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Park Elementary School?
Allen Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allen Park Elementary School offer ?
Allen Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Park Elementary School part of?
Allen Park Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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