Below Average
#3253 of 3,778 schools in FL
Villas Elementary School
Elementary School · LEE
8385 BEACON BLVD, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,253 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#30 of 44
public schools
In district
#77 of 110
LEE
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Villas Elementary School
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About Villas Elementary School
Villas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Villas Elementary School serves approximately 847 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Villas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,253 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Villas Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Villas 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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Villas Elementary School — Students at Villas Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
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: 2.3/10.
How Villas Elementary School Compares
See how Villas 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
8385 BEACON BLVD, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FT MYERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROWN OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRESTWELL HIGHER LEARNING (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,826
Median Home Value
$236,700
Median Rent
$1,502/mo
Population
24,828
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
43.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villas Elementary School
What grades does Villas Elementary School serve?
Villas Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Villas Elementary School?
Villas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 847 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villas Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Villas Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villas Elementary School rank in FL?
Villas Elementary School ranks #3,253 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Villas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Villas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Villas Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villas Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Villas Elementary School a charter school?
No, Villas Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Villas Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Villas Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villas Elementary School?
64.9% of students at Villas 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
- 847
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (239) 936-3776
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #77 of 110
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