Below Average
#3107 of 3,778 schools in FL
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
1200 HOMESTEAD RD N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,107 of 3,778
In Lehigh Acres
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#69 of 110
LEE
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School
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About G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lehigh Acres, FL, part of LEE. G.
Weaver Hipps Elementary School serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,107 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School 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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G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School — Students at G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School Compares
See how G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School 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
1200 HOMESTEAD RD N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIRROR LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TORTUGA PRESERVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VETERANS PARK ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS (rated 4.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lehigh Acres, see our Lehigh Acres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,260
Median Home Value
$205,500
Median Rent
$1,260/mo
Population
27,287
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School
What grades does G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School serve?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School rank in FL?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School ranks #3,107 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School a charter school?
No, G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School a Title I school?
No, G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
76.9% of students at G. Weaver Hipps 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.6%
- Phone
- (239) 368-7042
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #69 of 110
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