Best Schools in Sanibel, Florida
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Sanibel by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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The Sanibel School
Elementary · Lee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$912,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$912,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sanibel
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Sanibel School | 9.2 / 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
- 9.2/10
- Median household income
- $122,730
- Median home value
- $912,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 62%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sanibel compares
Median household income
$123k
164% of Florida median
About Schools in Sanibel, Florida
Sanibel, Florida is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.2 out of 10, schools in Sanibel perform strongly 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 Sanibel is The Sanibel School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sanibel is served by 1 school district: LEE. These districts collectively serve 100,064 students.
Sanibel's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $122,730. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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 | 226 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.2 |
Schools in Sanibel
Sanibel, Florida · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$122,730
Median Home Value
$912,200
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
6,402
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Sanibel has a median household income of $122,730. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $912,200, with a median rent of $747/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Florida
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sanibel, Florida
How many schools are in Sanibel, Florida?
Sanibel has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sanibel, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sanibel is 9.2 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 Sanibel, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Sanibel on MySchoolScout is The Sanibel School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sanibel, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sanibel on MySchoolScout is The Sanibel School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
How many school districts serve Sanibel, Florida?
Sanibel is served by 1 school district: Lee.
What is the education level in Sanibel, Florida?
According to Census data, 62% of adults in Sanibel have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sanibel, Florida?
The median household income in Sanibel is approximately $122,730 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sanibel, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sanibel is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sanibel, 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.