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#1572 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 42% in state
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center
School · LEE
3291 BUCKINGHAM RD, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,572 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#3 of 44
public schools
In district
#18 of 110
LEE
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Buckingham Exceptional Student Center
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center is a public school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Buckingham Exceptional Student Center serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckingham Exceptional Student Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,572 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Buckingham Exceptional Student Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Buckingham Exceptional Student Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Buckingham Exceptional Student Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Buckingham Exceptional Student Center — Students at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 23 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Buckingham Exceptional Student Center Compares
See how Buckingham Exceptional Student Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3291 BUCKINGHAM RD, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckingham Exceptional Student Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. GUNNERY ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lehigh Acres), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BABCOCK NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Babcock Ranch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,009
Median Home Value
$260,400
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
40,908
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckingham Exceptional Student Center
What grades does Buckingham Exceptional Student Center serve?
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Buckingham Exceptional Student Center?
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buckingham Exceptional Student Center rank in FL?
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center ranks #1,572 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Buckingham Exceptional Student Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Buckingham Exceptional Student Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckingham Exceptional Student Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Buckingham Exceptional Student Center a charter school?
No, Buckingham Exceptional Student Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buckingham Exceptional Student Center a Title I school?
No, Buckingham Exceptional Student Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckingham Exceptional Student Center?
55.9% of students at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (239) 693-1233
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #18 of 110
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