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Very Good

#1037 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 27% in state

Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · LEE

15200 ALEXANDRIA CT, Fort Myers, FL 33908

Enrollment

1,131

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,037 of 3,778

In Fort Myers

#1 of 44

public schools

In district

#9 of 110

LEE

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Heights Elementary School

7.5/10

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

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About Heights Elementary School

Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Heights Elementary School serves approximately 1,131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,037 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Heights Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,108

Heights Elementary School — Students at Heights Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 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
70%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2013
ELA
67%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
73.5%
ELA
66.8%
2024
Math
66%
ELA
57.7%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Heights Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in FL
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers

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

15200 ALEXANDRIA CT, Fort Myers, FL 33908

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CROWN OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 4.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARLEM HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Fort Myers 0.4 mi 3.5
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Myers 1.7 mi 7.7
LEXINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Myers 1.8 mi 4.4
CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers 2.0 mi 5.6
CYPRESS LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Myers 2.2 mi 5.9
PEACE BY PIECE LEARNING CENTER Fort Myers 2.3 mi
FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Myers 3.3 mi 8.3
CAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Coral 3.5 mi 6.2
MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Fort Myers 3.7 mi
LEE COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Fort Myers 4.4 mi
CRESTWELL HIGHER LEARNING Fort Myers 4.5 mi 6.5
ISLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers 4.4 mi 3.8
CROWN OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Myers 4.5 mi 6.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT MYERS Fort Myers 4.6 mi
TANGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers 4.9 mi 6.0
FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers Beach 5.1 mi 9.4
VILLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers 4.8 mi 4.3
BISHOP VEROT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers 5.2 mi 5.4
SOUTH FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers 4.9 mi 3.9
HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Fort Myers 5.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,711

Median Home Value

$346,200

Median Rent

$1,829/mo

Population

38,319

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

64.1

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School Rating
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EAGLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL 7.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heights Elementary School

What grades does Heights Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Heights Elementary School?

Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,131 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heights Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heights Elementary School rank in FL?

Heights Elementary School ranks #1,037 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heights Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

40.3% of students at Heights 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,131
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lee County

District

LEE
District Enrollment
100,064
Schools in District
120
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,108
District Rank
#9 of 110

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