The J. Colin English School is a historic school in North Fort Myers, Florida, United States. It is located at 120 Pine Island Road. On July 8, 1999, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Colin English 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. Colin English Elementary School serves the northwest part of North Fort Myers, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 145.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. Colin English Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Motto
Our mission is to inspire young people to become Internationally-minded “World Changers” by providing them with an inquiry-based learning environment that promotes global understanding and respect.
School Rankings
J. Colin English 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 J. Colin English Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2241 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 J. Colin English Elementary School's ranking?
J. Colin English Elementary School is ranked #2241 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. Colin English Elementary School often compared to?
J. Colin English Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. Colin English Elementary School?
530 students attend J. Colin English Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of J. Colin English Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% 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 J. Colin English Elementary School?
J. Colin English Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. Colin English Elementary School offer ?
J. Colin English Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. Colin English Elementary School part of?
J. Colin English Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is J. Colin English Elementary School located?
J. Colin English Elementary School is located in the Diplomat neighborhood of North Fort Myers, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Diplomat.
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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