Needs Improvement
#3549 of 3,778 schools in FL
Tropic Isles Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
5145 ORANGE GROVE BLVD, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,549 of 3,778
In North Fort Myers
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#94 of 110
LEE
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Tropic Isles Elementary School
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About Tropic Isles Elementary School
Tropic Isles Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Tropic Isles Elementary School serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Tropic Isles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,549 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Tropic Isles Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Tropic Isles 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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Tropic Isles Elementary School — Students at Tropic Isles Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
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: 1.8/10.
How Tropic Isles Elementary School Compares
See how Tropic Isles 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
5145 ORANGE GROVE BLVD, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tropic Isles Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON PARK CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR CARRIE D ROBINSON LITTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIPLOMAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cape Coral), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Fort Myers, see our North Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,317
Median Home Value
$135,400
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
23,199
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
63.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tropic Isles Elementary School
What grades does Tropic Isles Elementary School serve?
Tropic Isles Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tropic Isles Elementary School?
Tropic Isles Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tropic Isles Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tropic Isles Elementary School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tropic Isles Elementary School rank in FL?
Tropic Isles Elementary School ranks #3,549 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Tropic Isles Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tropic Isles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Tropic Isles Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tropic Isles Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tropic Isles Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tropic Isles Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tropic Isles Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tropic Isles Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tropic Isles Elementary School?
71.5% of students at Tropic Isles 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
- 818
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (239) 995-4704
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #94 of 110
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