Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Sanibel 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The Sanibel School serves the west part of its school district in Sanibel, FL, covering an area of approximately 83 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Sanibel 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
The Sanibel School's student population of 225 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Sanibel 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 The Sanibel School is 0.29, 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
#139 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
83%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2019. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sanibel School's ranking?
The Sanibel School is ranked #139 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Sanibel School often compared to?
The Sanibel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewoods Elementary School, Fort Myers Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Sanibel School?
225 students attend The Sanibel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of The Sanibel School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Sanibel School?
The Sanibel School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Sanibel School offer ?
The Sanibel School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Sanibel School part of?
The Sanibel School is part of Lee School District.
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