Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, San Carlos Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Carlos Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
San Carlos Park Elementary School's student population of 606 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
San Carlos Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Carlos Park Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2376 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
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 San Carlos Park Elementary School's ranking?
San Carlos Park Elementary School is ranked #2376 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are San Carlos Park Elementary School often compared to?
San Carlos Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend San Carlos Park Elementary School?
606 students attend San Carlos Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of San Carlos Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Carlos Park Elementary School?
San Carlos Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Carlos Park Elementary School offer ?
San Carlos Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Carlos Park Elementary School part of?
San Carlos Park Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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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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