NORTH FORT MYERS ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS
1,353 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts (NFMAA) is a unique, tuition-free public magnet school within the Lee County School District that serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Distinguishable by its heavy emphasis on the fine and performing arts, the school integrates specialized training in areas such as dance, music, theater, and visual arts into the standard academic curriculum. The academy is designed to foster both artistic talent and academic excellence, providing students with state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities to engage in high-level performances and exhibitions throughout the school year.
Beyond its artistic focus, the school functions as a comprehensive educational institution that adheres to rigorous Florida state standards. By weaving arts-based instruction into daily learning, NFMAA aims to develop critical thinking, discipline, and creative problem-solving skills in its student body. The school community is highly active, often serving as a cultural hub for the North Fort Myers area, and it places a strong emphasis on preparing students for advanced arts programs at the high school level while ensuring they remain competitive in traditional academic subjects.
Beyond its artistic focus, the school functions as a comprehensive educational institution that adheres to rigorous Florida state standards. By weaving arts-based instruction into daily learning, NFMAA aims to develop critical thinking, discipline, and creative problem-solving skills in its student body. The school community is highly active, often serving as a cultural hub for the North Fort Myers area, and it places a strong emphasis on preparing students for advanced arts programs at the high school level while ensuring they remain competitive in traditional academic subjects.
1,353
Total Students
70.2
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 687 |
| Hispanic | 531 |
| Black | 59 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 67 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White687 (50.8%)
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Hispanic531 (39.2%)
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Two or More67 (5.0%)
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Black59 (4.4%)
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Asian7 (0.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
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)997-2131 |
| Website: | http://nfa.leeschools.net/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,353 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 70.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 720 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
114
Grade 1
103
Grade 2
107
Grade 3
105
Grade 4
108
Grade 5
119
Grade 6
256
Grade 7
191
Grade 8
250
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 114 |
| Grade 1 | 103 |
| Grade 2 | 107 |
| Grade 3 | 105 |
| Grade 4 | 108 |
| Grade 5 | 119 |
| Grade 6 | 256 |
| Grade 7 | 191 |
| Grade 8 | 250 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 686 | 50.7% |
| Male | 667 | 49.3% |
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