Best Schools in Ft. Myers, Florida
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ft. 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.
Rayma C. Page Elementary School
Elementary · Lee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School
High · Lee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pace School for Girls
High · Lee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ft. Myers for 2026 are Rayma C. Page Elementary School (8.5/10), Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School (8.3/10), and Pace School for Girls (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$290,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$290,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ft. Myers
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rayma C. Page Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Pace School for Girls | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Coronado High School | 3.0 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $62,245
- Median home value
- $290,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ft. Myers compares
Florida rank
#134 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
83% of Florida median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Ft. Myers, Florida
Ft. Myers, Florida is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Ft. Myers show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ft. Myers is Rayma C. Page Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ft. Myers is served by 1 school district: LEE. These districts collectively serve 100,064 students.
Ft. Myers's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,245. The poverty rate in the area is 14.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 747 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.5 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · 9th–12th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 60 students · 6th–12th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 320 students · 7th–12th | 3.0 |
| 4 | 6 students · 6th–12th | — |
Schools in Ft. Myers
Ft. Myers, Florida · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$62,245
Median Home Value
$290,100
Median Rent
$1,526/mo
Population
120,662
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Community Profile
Ft. Myers has a median household income of $62,245. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $290,100, with a median rent of $1,526/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 4
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Ft. Myers, Florida
How many schools are in Ft. Myers, Florida?
Ft. Myers has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ft. Myers, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ft. Myers is 6.4 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 Ft. Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Ft. Myers on MySchoolScout is Rayma C. Page Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ft. Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ft. Myers on MySchoolScout is Rayma C. Page Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ft. Myers, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Ft. Myers on MySchoolScout is Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Ft. Myers, Florida?
Ft. Myers is served by 1 school district: Lee.
What is the education level in Ft. Myers, Florida?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Ft. Myers have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ft. Myers, Florida?
The median household income in Ft. Myers is approximately $62,245 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ft. Myers, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ft. Myers is 35.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ft. 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.