Below Average
#2898 of 3,778 schools in FL
San Carlos Park Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
17282 LEE RD, Fort Myers, FL 33967
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,898 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#22 of 44
public schools
In district
#60 of 110
LEE
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About San Carlos Park Elementary School
San Carlos Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. San Carlos Park Elementary School serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. San Carlos Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,898 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for San Carlos Park Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at San Carlos Park 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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San Carlos Park Elementary School — Students at San Carlos Park Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
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: 3.5/10.
How San Carlos Park Elementary School Compares
See how San Carlos Park 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
17282 LEE RD, Fort Myers, FL 33967
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Carlos Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAYMA C. PAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ft. Myers), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Estero), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33967 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,787
Median Home Value
$321,800
Median Rent
$1,695/mo
Population
27,337
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Carlos Park Elementary School
What grades does San Carlos Park Elementary School serve?
San Carlos Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend San Carlos Park Elementary School?
San Carlos Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Carlos Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Carlos Park Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Carlos Park Elementary School rank in FL?
San Carlos Park Elementary School ranks #2,898 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is San Carlos Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
San Carlos Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 San Carlos Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Carlos Park Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Carlos Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, San Carlos Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Carlos Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, San Carlos Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Carlos Park Elementary School?
59.2% of students at San Carlos Park 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
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (239) 267-7177
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #60 of 110
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