Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School serves the southwest part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 171.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School's student population of 736 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ray V. Pottorf 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 Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2232 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 15-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 Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School's ranking?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School is ranked #2232 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School?
736 students attend Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School offer ?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School part of?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
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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