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Excellent

#266 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 7% in state

Big Cypress Elementary School

Elementary School · COLLIER

3250 GOLDEN GATE BLVD W, Naples, FL 34120

Enrollment

765

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#266 of 3,778

In Naples

#13 of 49

public schools

In district

#22 of 64

COLLIER

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

Elementary School in Naples · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Big Cypress Elementary School

Big Cypress Elementary School is a public elementary school in Naples, FL, part of COLLIER. Big Cypress Elementary School serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Cypress Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Big Cypress Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,103
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Big Cypress Elementary School — Students at Big Cypress Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
70.4%
ELA
65.4%
2024
Math
66%
ELA
61.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Big Cypress Elementary School Compares

See how Big Cypress Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
93th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3250 GOLDEN GATE BLVD W, Naples, FL 34120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Big Cypress Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LAUREL OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VINEYARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naples, see our Naples schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
NICAEA ACADEMY Naples 2.4 mi 6.5
OAKRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples 2.8 mi 8.7
NAPLES CLASSICAL ACADEMY Naples 3.1 mi 7.3
OPTIMA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Naples 3.1 mi
GOLDEN GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.3 mi 8.8
HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.5 mi 9.1
GULF COAST HIGH SCHOOL Naples 3.7 mi 7.4
GOLDEN TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.8 mi 8.3
LAUREL OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.7 mi 9.1
LAVERN GAYNOR ELEMENTARY Naples 4.0 mi 8.1
GOLDEN GATE MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples 4.0 mi 7.3
MIKE DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 4.3 mi 8.7
VINEYARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.9 mi 9.1
NAPLES AREA TEENAGE PARENTING Naples 4.6 mi
GOLDEN GATE HIGH SCHOOL Naples 4.6 mi 6.1
COLLIER CHARTER ACADEMY Naples 4.5 mi 7.2
ST JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Naples 4.6 mi 7.2
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY COLLIER Naples 4.9 mi 6.3
ADONAI ACADEMY INCORPORATED Napals 5.3 mi 6.4
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES Naples 5.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,695

Median Home Value

$456,300

Median Rent

$2,067/mo

Population

39,919

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

44.3

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School Rating
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CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 8.8
CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL 8.8
CORKSCREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL 8.8
DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Big Cypress Elementary School

What grades does Big Cypress Elementary School serve?

Big Cypress Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Big Cypress Elementary School?

Big Cypress Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Cypress Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Big Cypress Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Big Cypress Elementary School rank in FL?

Big Cypress Elementary School ranks #266 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Big Cypress Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Big Cypress Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Big Cypress Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Cypress Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Big Cypress Elementary School a charter school?

No, Big Cypress Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Big Cypress Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Big Cypress Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Cypress Elementary School?

46.5% of students at Big Cypress Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

COLLIER
District Enrollment
48,282
Schools in District
74
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,103
District Rank
#22 of 64

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