For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,465 students in 33966, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL are Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Lee County Virtual Franchise and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33966 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33966, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33966, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4750 Winkler Avenue Ext
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 334-1357
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Lee County Virtual Franchise
(Math: 36% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: PK-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: K-5
Rank: #44.
Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Challenger Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 274-3932
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8104
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: K-12
33966, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2855 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239) 337-8178
Gr: 6-12
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33966, FL include Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Lee County Virtual Franchise and Lee County Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided).
How many public elementary schools are located in 33966?
6 public elementary schools are located in 33966.
What is the racial composition of students in 33966?
33966 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
Public School Cybersecurity: Ransomware Risks & Student Data Protection
Learn how public schools address cybersecurity, ransomware threats, and student data protection in 2026, and what parents should know about digital safety.
Teacher Housing Initiatives: How Districts Address Affordability
Teacher housing initiatives are helping school districts address affordability challenges while improving recruitment and retention.
Teacher Shortage Solutions That Are Working in 2026
Teacher shortage solutions that are working in 2026. Discover grow-your-own programs, teacher residencies, alternative certification, and recruitment strategies.