Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hector A. Cafferata Jr 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School serves the northwest part of Cape Coral, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 202.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect an average driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leadership, Environmental Education, and Design!
School Rankings
Hector A. Cafferata Jr 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 Hector A. Cafferata Jr 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
#2189 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr 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 Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diplomat Elementary School, Trafalgar 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 Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School?
606 students attend Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School offer ?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School part of?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School located?
Hector A. Cafferata Jr Elementary School is located in the Mariner neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Mariner.
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