Summary:
The North Fort Myers, Florida area is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools, all part of the Lee County School District, which is ranked 50 out of 68 districts in Florida and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in the area, North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts stands out with the highest statewide ranking, placing in the top 55% of Florida elementary schools, and the strongest test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels. Bayshore Elementary also performs well, ranking in the top 42% of Florida elementary schools and excelling in math. In contrast, Northern Palms Charter High School has the lowest statewide ranking, a 1-star rating, and alarmingly high chronic absenteeism and low graduation rates.
The data reveals stark differences in school performance within the North Fort Myers area, with high chronic absenteeism rates, a correlation between poverty and low academic achievement, and systemic challenges facing the Lee County School District. Addressing these disparities and improving school quality should be a priority for the district to ensure all students in North Fort Myers have access to a high-quality education.
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