Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lely Elementary School ranks in the top 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LELY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the western part of Naples, FL, covering an area of approximately 45 square miles, with a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school and an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 7.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lely Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Today's Learners - Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Lely Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lely Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1615 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lely Elementary School's ranking?
Lely Elementary School is ranked #1615 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lely Elementary School often compared to?
Lely Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Manatee 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lely Elementary School?
499 students attend Lely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lely Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lely Elementary School?
Lely Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lely Elementary School offer ?
Lely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lely Elementary School part of?
Lely Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Lely Elementary School located?
Lely Elementary School is located in the South Naples neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Naples.
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