Serving 814 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hancock Creek 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hancock Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of North Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 202.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock Creek Elementary School's student population of 814 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To be a 1st choice school of excellence for students, parents, and educators.
School Rankings
Hancock Creek 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 Hancock Creek 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
#2189 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Creek Elementary School is ranked #2189 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hancock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Hancock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tropic Isles Elementary School, Diplomat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hancock Creek Elementary School?
814 students attend Hancock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hancock Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Creek Elementary School?
Hancock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hancock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Hancock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Creek Elementary School part of?
Hancock Creek Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Hancock Creek Elementary School located?
Hancock Creek Elementary School is located in the Hancock neighborhood of North Fort Myers, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Hancock.
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