Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Park Elementary School serves the southwest area of Fort Myers, covering approximately 171.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends as far as 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Park Elementary School's student population of 505 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin 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 Franklin Park Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#3346 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
71%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-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 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2019. View full 21-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 Franklin Park Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Park Elementary School is ranked #3346 out of 3,662 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Park Elementary School?
505 students attend Franklin Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Franklin Park Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Park Elementary School?
Franklin Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Park Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Park Elementary School part of?
Franklin Park Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Park Elementary School located?
Franklin Park Elementary School is located in the Dunbar neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL.
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