FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

bch.leeschools.net/

62 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Fort Myers Beach Elementary School, located on Estero Island, is a unique public institution within the School District of Lee County. Known for its small, intimate campus setting, the school emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong connection to the surrounding coastal environment. The school serves the local barrier island community, acting as a central hub for families who value its dedicated staff and focus on foundational academic growth.

Beyond its core curriculum, Fort Myers Beach Elementary is characterized by its integration of island living into the educational experience. The school frequently leverages its unique location to provide students with hands-on learning opportunities that highlight the local ecosystem and the importance of environmental stewardship. By maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future success while fostering a deep appreciation for their community and the unique geography of Southwest Florida.

Total Students

5.3

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	46
Hispanic	16

White
46 (74.2%)
Hispanic
16 (25.8%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	LEE
Phone:	(239)463-6356
Website:	http://bch.leeschools.net/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	62
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	5.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	33
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 12

Grade 1 8

Grade 2 10

Grade 3 12

Grade 4 9

Grade 5 11

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	12
Grade 1	8
Grade 2	10
Grade 3	12
Grade 4	9
Grade 5	11

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for FORT MYERS BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	31	50%
Male	31	50%

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th