Serving 1,088 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Fort Myers For The Arts 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Fort Myers For The Arts's student population of 1,088 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,088 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Fort Myers For The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fort Myers For The Arts is 0.59, 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
#1336 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
54%
36%
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
50%
50%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Fort Myers For The Arts's ranking?
North Fort Myers For The Arts is ranked #1336 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Fort Myers For The Arts?
1,088 students attend North Fort Myers For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Fort Myers For The Arts students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 North Fort Myers For The Arts?
North Fort Myers For The Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Fort Myers For The Arts offer ?
North Fort Myers For The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is North Fort Myers For The Arts part of?
North Fort Myers For The Arts is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Fort Myers For The Arts located?
North Fort Myers For The Arts 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 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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