Serving 960 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G. Weaver Hipps 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lehigh Acres, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with distances varying from about 9.7 miles to a maximum of 13.1 miles from the school to the zone's edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School's student population of 960 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
G. Weaver Hipps 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 G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3090 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School's ranking?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is ranked #3090 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School often compared to?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mirror Lakes Elementary School, Veterans Park Academy For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
960 students attend G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School offer ?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School part of?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School located?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Richmond.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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