BONITA SPRINGS MIDDLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

School Overview
Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts, located in Bonita Springs, Florida, is a specialized magnet school within the School District of Lee County. The school distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with an intensive focus on the performing and visual arts. Students have the opportunity to engage in a variety of artistic disciplines—including dance, music, theater, and visual arts—alongside their core subjects, fostering an environment where creative expression is used as a tool to enhance critical thinking and student engagement.

Beyond its focus on the arts, the school is deeply committed to preparing its middle school population for future success through a holistic approach to education. By providing a platform for students to explore their talents through specialized electives and public performances, Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts cultivates a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes self-discipline, collaboration, and community involvement. The school serves as a focal point for local culture in Bonita Springs, aiming to provide a well-rounded middle school experience that nurtures both the academic and artistic potential of every student.
706
Total Students
40.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BONITA SPRINGS MIDDLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Demographic Student Count
White166
Hispanic518
Black6
Asian9
Two or More7
  • Hispanic
    518 (73.4%)
  • White
    166 (23.5%)
  • Asian
    9 (1.3%)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.0%)
  • Black
    6 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: LEE
Phone: (239)992-4422
Website: http://bnm.leeschools.net/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 706
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 276
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 170
Grade 7 278
Grade 8 258

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BONITA SPRINGS MIDDLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Grade Student Count
Grade 6170
Grade 7278
Grade 8258
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BONITA SPRINGS MIDDLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33747.7%
Male36952.3%