Serving 1,207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lehigh 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 85% 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: 1,207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lehigh Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lehigh Acres, FL, covering an area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lehigh Elementary School's student population of 1,207 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,207 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lehigh 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 Lehigh Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2538 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lehigh Elementary School's ranking?
Lehigh Elementary School is ranked #2538 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lehigh Elementary School often compared to?
Lehigh 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lehigh Elementary School?
1,207 students attend Lehigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lehigh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehigh Elementary School?
Lehigh Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lehigh Elementary School offer ?
Lehigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehigh Elementary School part of?
Lehigh Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lehigh Elementary School located?
Lehigh 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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