Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calusa Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Calusa Park Elementary School serves the west part of Naples, FL, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Families residing within this zone are typically just a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calusa Park Elementary School's student population of 670 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calusa Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calusa Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1051 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
16%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calusa Park Elementary School's ranking?
Calusa Park Elementary School is ranked #1051 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Calusa Park Elementary School often compared to?
Calusa Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poinciana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Calusa Park Elementary School?
670 students attend Calusa Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Calusa Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calusa Park Elementary School?
Calusa Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calusa Park Elementary School offer ?
Calusa Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calusa Park Elementary School part of?
Calusa Park Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
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