Serving 1,287 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bonita Springs Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonita Springs Charter School serves the southeastern part of Bonita Springs, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 155 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonita Springs Charter School's student population of 1,287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Students to Lead and Succeed
School Rankings
Bonita Springs Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonita Springs Charter School is 0.59, 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
#1103 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonita Springs Charter School's ranking?
Bonita Springs Charter School is ranked #1103 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bonita Springs Charter School often compared to?
Bonita Springs Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek Charter School Of Bonita Springs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bonita Springs Charter School?
1,287 students attend Bonita Springs Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bonita Springs Charter School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonita Springs Charter School?
Bonita Springs Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonita Springs Charter School offer ?
Bonita Springs Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonita Springs Charter School part of?
Bonita Springs Charter School is part of Lee School District.
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