Serving 1,353 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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- 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 1,353 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
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
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
51%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
1,353 students attend North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 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 19:1, 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
View the North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fort Myers HS Back-to-School Open House
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day Back to School for Students
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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