Serving 1,165 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1609 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts's ranking?
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts is ranked #1609 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts?
1,165 students attend North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts?
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts offer ?
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts part of?
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts located?
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts is located in the Diplomat neighborhood of North Fort Myers, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Diplomat.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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