Serving 788 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher 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 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock Creek Elementary School's student population of 788 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Hancock Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 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
#1921 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Creek Elementary School is ranked #1921 out of 3,704 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?
53% 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?
788 students attend Hancock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hancock Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 9% 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 23:1, 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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