The Tice Grammar School is a historical school in Tice, Florida, United States. It is located at 4524 Tice Street. On July 8, 1999, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tice 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 33% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tice Elementary School serves the northeast part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 173.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 6.1 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 13.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tice Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Tice Together
School Rankings
Tice 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 Tice Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2444 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
90%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tice Elementary School's ranking?
Tice Elementary School is ranked #2444 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tice Elementary School?
516 students attend Tice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tice Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tice Elementary School?
Tice Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tice Elementary School offer ?
Tice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tice Elementary School part of?
Tice Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the Tice Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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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