Below Average
#3044 of 3,778 schools in FL
Fort Myers Middle Academy
Middle School · LEE
3050 CENTRAL AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,044 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#24 of 44
public schools
In district
#62 of 110
LEE
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About Fort Myers Middle Academy
Fort Myers Middle Academy is a public middle school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Fort Myers Middle Academy serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Myers Middle Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,044 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Myers Middle Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fort Myers Middle Academy 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.
60% of students at Fort Myers Middle Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fort Myers Middle Academy — Students at Fort Myers Middle Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 6.0/10.
How Fort Myers Middle Academy Compares
See how Fort Myers Middle Academy 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
3050 CENTRAL AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Myers Middle Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FT MYERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDISON PARK CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,579
Median Home Value
$280,400
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
24,401
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Myers Middle Academy
What grades does Fort Myers Middle Academy serve?
Fort Myers Middle Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Myers Middle Academy?
Fort Myers Middle Academy has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Myers Middle Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Myers Middle Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Myers Middle Academy rank in FL?
Fort Myers Middle Academy ranks #3,044 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fort Myers Middle Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Myers Middle Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Fort Myers Middle Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Myers Middle Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fort Myers Middle Academy a charter school?
No, Fort Myers Middle Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Myers Middle Academy a Title I school?
No, Fort Myers Middle Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Myers Middle Academy?
66.8% of students at Fort Myers Middle Academy 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.0%
- Phone
- (239) 936-1759
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #62 of 110
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