Serving 652 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 50% (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 18:1 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School's student population of 652 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray V. Pottorf 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
#2290 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School's ranking?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School is ranked #2290 out of 3,704 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?
50% 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?
652 students attend Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School?
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than 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
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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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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