Fort Myers Middle Academy

3050 Central Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Fort Myers Middle Academy serves 664 students in grades 6-8.
Fort Myers Middle Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 664 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50% in FL
  • Math Proficiency
    : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Fort Myers Middle Academy's student population of 664 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
664 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Rankings

Fort Myers Middle Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Fort Myers Middle Academy is 0.60, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
Overall Testing Rank
#3422 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
48%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
36%
36%
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Black
52%
21%
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White
9%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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Diversity Score
0.60
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fort Myers Middle Academy's ranking?
Fort Myers Middle Academy is ranked #3422 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort Myers Middle Academy?
664 students attend Fort Myers Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fort Myers Middle Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Myers Middle Academy?
Fort Myers Middle Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fort Myers Middle Academy offer ?
Fort Myers Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort Myers Middle Academy part of?
Fort Myers Middle Academy is part of Lee School District.

School Reviews

5   9/1/2015
I can't say enough about how absolutely amazing, and helpful the staff is at this school. From day one I've been blown away at how inviting, friendly, and caring this staff has been. The teachers energy levels are off the charts. They are truly excited about what they do.
- Posted by Parent - micha

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 664 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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