Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pelican Marsh Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelican Marsh Elementary School serves the west part of Naples, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelican Marsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pelican Marsh Elementary School's student population of 677 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Pelican Marsh Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelican Marsh Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#81 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
62%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelican Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
Pelican Marsh Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pelican Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Pelican Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vineyards Elementary School, Sea Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pelican Marsh Elementary School?
677 students attend Pelican Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pelican Marsh Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelican Marsh Elementary School?
Pelican Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pelican Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Pelican Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelican Marsh Elementary School part of?
Pelican Marsh Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
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