For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,465 students in 33966, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 889 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 33966, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33966, FL are Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Lee County Virtual Franchise and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33966 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33966, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33966, FL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4750 Winkler Avenue Ext
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Lee County Virtual Franchise
(Math: 36% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: PK-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: K-5
Rank: #44.
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Challenger Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: K-12
33966, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33966, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33966, FL include Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Lee County Virtual Franchise and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided).
How many public schools are located in 33966?
6 public schools are located in 33966.
What percentage of students in 33966 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 33966 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33966?
33966 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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