Very Good
#1161 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 31% in state
Patriot Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
711 SW 18TH ST, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Enrollment
821
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
821
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,161 of 3,778
In Cape Coral
#2 of 26
public schools
In district
#11 of 110
LEE
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Patriot Elementary School
Patriot Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cape Coral, FL, part of LEE. Patriot Elementary School serves approximately 821 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Patriot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,161 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Patriot Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Patriot 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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Patriot Elementary School — Students at Patriot Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
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: 8.3/10.
How Patriot Elementary School Compares
See how Patriot 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
711 SW 18TH ST, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Patriot Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY OF LEE COUNTY (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GULF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cape Coral, see our Cape Coral schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33991 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,927
Median Home Value
$351,100
Median Rent
$1,914/mo
Population
25,991
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
46.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patriot Elementary School
What grades does Patriot Elementary School serve?
Patriot Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Patriot Elementary School?
Patriot Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 821 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Patriot Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Patriot Elementary School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Patriot Elementary School rank in FL?
Patriot Elementary School ranks #1,161 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Patriot Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Patriot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Patriot Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Patriot Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Patriot Elementary School a charter school?
No, Patriot Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Patriot Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Patriot Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Patriot Elementary School?
59.4% of students at Patriot 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
- 821
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (239) 242-1023
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #11 of 110
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