Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans Memorial 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 80% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Memorial Elementary School serves the northwest part of Naples, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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
Veterans Memorial Elementary School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Today's Learners - Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#135 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Veterans Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Oak Elementary School, Naples Park 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 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
721 students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Veterans Memorial Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Veterans Memorial Elementary School part of?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
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