Below Average
#3158 of 3,778 schools in FL
Tice Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
4524 TICE ST, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,158 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#28 of 44
public schools
In district
#72 of 110
LEE
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About Tice Elementary School
Tice Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Tice Elementary School serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,158 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Tice Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Tice 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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Tice Elementary School — Students at Tice Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
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
↓ 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: 4.1/10.
How Tice Elementary School Compares
See how Tice 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
4524 TICE ST, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tice Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES STEPHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby North Ft. Myers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,009
Median Home Value
$260,400
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
40,908
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tice Elementary School
What grades does Tice Elementary School serve?
Tice Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tice Elementary School?
Tice Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tice Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tice Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tice Elementary School rank in FL?
Tice Elementary School ranks #3,158 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Tice Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Tice Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tice Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tice Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tice Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tice Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tice Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tice Elementary School?
62.4% of students at Tice 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
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (239) 694-1257
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #72 of 110
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