Below Average
#3045 of 3,778 schools in FL
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
250 SANTA BARBARA BLVD N, Cape Coral, FL 33993
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,045 of 3,778
In Cape Coral
#19 of 26
public schools
In district
#63 of 110
LEE
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
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About Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cape Coral, FL, part of LEE. Hector A.
Cafferata JR Elementary School serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,045 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Hector A. Cafferata JR 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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Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School — Students at Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
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: 3.2/10.
How Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School Compares
See how Hector A. Cafferata JR 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
250 SANTA BARBARA BLVD N, Cape Coral, FL 33993
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PATRIOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY OF LEE COUNTY (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cape Coral, see our Cape Coral schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33993 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,220
Median Home Value
$319,500
Median Rent
$2,057/mo
Population
33,045
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
What grades does Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School serve?
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School rank in FL?
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School ranks #3,045 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School 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 Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
65.0% of students at Hector A. Cafferata JR 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
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (239) 458-7391
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #63 of 110
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