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#2322 of 3,778 schools in FL
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center
School · LEE
3050 INDIAN ST, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,322 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#15 of 44
public schools
In district
#48 of 110
LEE
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Royal Palm Exceptional School Center
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center is a public school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Royal Palm Exceptional School Center serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Palm Exceptional School Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,322 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Royal Palm Exceptional School Center show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Royal Palm Exceptional School Center 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.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Royal Palm Exceptional School Center — Students at Royal Palm Exceptional School Center score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 31 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: 8.5/10.
How Royal Palm Exceptional School Center Compares
See how Royal Palm Exceptional School Center 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 INDIAN ST, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Royal Palm Exceptional School Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. EDISON PARK CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NEW LIFE ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAMES STEPHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly 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 33916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,353
Median Home Value
$242,300
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
27,642
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Royal Palm Exceptional School Center
What grades does Royal Palm Exceptional School Center serve?
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Royal Palm Exceptional School Center?
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Exceptional School Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Exceptional School Center is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Royal Palm Exceptional School Center rank in FL?
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center ranks #2,322 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Royal Palm Exceptional School Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Royal Palm Exceptional School Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Royal Palm Exceptional School Center a charter school?
No, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Royal Palm Exceptional School Center a Title I school?
No, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Palm Exceptional School Center?
68.3% of students at Royal Palm Exceptional School Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 337-3511
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #48 of 110
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