Best Schools in Fort Myers, Florida
68 schools · 30 Elementary · 6 Middle · 16 High · 16 Other
Choosing a school in Fort Myers?
Use this page to compare every school in Fort Myers by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School
Elementary · Lee. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
San Carlos Park Elementary School
Elementary · Lee. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Three Oaks Elementary School
Elementary · Lee. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fort Myers for 2026 are Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School (8.8/10), San Carlos Park Elementary School (8.7/10), and Three Oaks Elementary School (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 44 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
68
47 public · 21 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$314,870
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
68
47 public · 21 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$314,870
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.8/10 despite 50% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Fort Myers schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Myers
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 44 rated schools; 68 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | San Carlos Park Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Three Oaks Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Villas Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Tanglewood Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Treeline Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Allen Park Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Edgewood Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Fort Myers High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Franklin Park Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $74,838
- Median home value
- $314,870
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Myers compares
Florida rank
#223 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$75k
100% of Florida median
Schools in this city
59
Education Snapshot
Fort Myers, FloridaFort Myers runs its 66 schools through a single district, enrolling roughly 39,965 students across a level mix weighted toward elementary (29 schools) with 16 high schools and 6 charter options rounding out the landscape. The city's average MySchoolScout composite rating of 5.4/10 across 57 scored schools trails the Florida state average of 6.3/10 by nearly a full point — a gap parents should weigh when evaluating neighborhood options. Six charter schools give families limited but real alternatives to the traditional public track. Economic context matters here: Fort Myers households earn a median of $72,835, about 4% below the state median of $75,487, and 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The below-average ratings likely reflect resource and income pressures common to mid-tier Florida metros rather than any single policy failure, but the composite still places Fort Myers meaningfully behind higher-performing Florida peers parents may be comparing against.
Lee runs Fort Myers's public schools
47 public schools. Lee is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Fort Myers is a Lee school (47 of 47).
Among 44 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.1 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Fort Myers, not a citywide average.
6 of the 47 public schools are charters (13%), so the district split is not the whole market.
About Schools in Fort Myers, Florida
Fort Myers has 44 ranked public schools with a city average of 5.4 out of 10 — a middle-of-the-road baseline where performance spans a wide range but top-tier schools are genuinely scarce. Only 3 schools, just 7% of the ranked total, reach a score of 7 or above. That concentration shapes the search: parents who want a high-performing public school will need to target specific campuses, not simply pick any school in a given neighborhood.
Elementary school is where Fort Myers's strongest options cluster. Three Oaks Elementary leads the city at 7.7 out of 10 — the highest-ranked school in Fort Myers and more than two full points above the city average. Heights Elementary (7.3) and San Carlos Park Elementary (7.1) also clear the top-tier threshold, giving families three verified elementary choices above 7.0. Villas Elementary scores 6.9, sitting just below that mark but still outpacing the city mean by a meaningful margin. The top four schools in Fort Myers are all elementary — a pattern worth noting for families with younger children.
The middle school picture narrows considerably. Cypress Lake Middle School earns a 6.7 and is the only middle school to appear in the city's top five. That gap signals that strong public options become harder to find as students advance, and families who secure a top elementary should plan ahead for the transition years.
The practical takeaway: Fort Myers rewards deliberate school selection. The spread between the city's best school (7.7) and its overall average (5.4) is substantial, and only 3 of 44 ranked schools clear the 7.0 threshold. Families comparing neighborhoods should pull attendance zone maps and cross-reference scores before deciding where to live. Those who cannot access one of the top-performing schools may want to evaluate charter and private alternatives.
Elementary Schools
30 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 432 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 606 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 927 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 847 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 5 | 749 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 6 | 1,127 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 7 | 890 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 8 | 618 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 9 | 393 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 10 | 518 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
Show all 30 elementary schools in Fort Myers
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 995 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 1,100 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 753 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 4 | 1,100 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 5 | 1,422 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
| 6 | 572 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,850 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 2,312 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 1,507 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 58 students · 6th–12th | 5.3 |
| 5 | 98 students · 6th–12th | 5.2 |
| 6 | 1,870 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 7 | 1,738 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 8 | 1,762 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
| 9 | 144 students · 8th–12th | 4.5 |
| 10 | 52 students · 5th–12th | 4.3 |
Show all 16 high schools in Fort Myers
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 737 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 2,977 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 81 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 4 | 149 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 | ||
| 5 | 59 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.6 | ||
| 6 | 120 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.4 | ||
Private Schools10 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 131 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Crosspointe Academy, Inc.Private 135 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Crosspointe AcademyPrivate 135 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | New Life AcademyPrivate 62 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 16 other schools in Fort Myers
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Fort Myers
Fort Myers, Florida · 68 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 10 ZIP codes
Median Income
$74,838
Median Home Value
$314,870
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
272,958
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Fort Myers has a median household income of $74,838. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $314,870, with a median rent of $1,612/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 30
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 16
- Other
- 16
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Fort Myers, Florida
How many schools are in Fort Myers, Florida?
Fort Myers has 68 schools, including 47 public and 21 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Myers, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Myers is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fort Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Fort Myers on MySchoolScout is Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Myers on MySchoolScout is Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Myers on MySchoolScout is Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Fort Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Fort Myers on MySchoolScout is Fort Myers High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Myers, Florida?
Fort Myers is served by 1 school district: Lee.
What is the education level in Fort Myers, Florida?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Fort Myers have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Myers, Florida?
The median household income in Fort Myers is approximately $74,838 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fort Myers, Florida?
Yes, Fort Myers has 21 private schools alongside 47 public schools. The top-rated private school is Crestwell Higher Learning with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Myers, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Myers is 17.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Myers, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.