Serving 1,937 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Veterans Park Academy For The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Park Academy for the Arts serves the eastern part of Lehigh Acres, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts's student population of 1,937 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,937 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts 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 Veterans Park Academy For The Arts is 0.54, 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
#2344 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 16-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 Park Academy For The Arts's ranking?
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts is ranked #2344 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Park Academy For The Arts?
1,937 students attend Veterans Park Academy For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Veterans Park Academy For The Arts students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Park Academy For The Arts?
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Veterans Park Academy For The Arts offer ?
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Veterans Park Academy For The Arts part of?
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Veterans Park Academy For The Arts located?
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts is located in the Eisenhower neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Eisenhower.
School Calendar
View the Veterans Park Academy For The Arts 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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