For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,761 students in 33917, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33917, FL are Bayshore Elementary School and North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33917 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33917, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33917, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayshore Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17050 Williams Rd
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
(239) 543-3663
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
(239) 543-3663
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1856 Arts Way
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
(239) 997-2131
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
(239) 997-2131
Gr: PK-8 | 1,165 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33917, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33917, FL include Bayshore Elementary School and North Fort Myers Academy For The Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33917?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33917.
What is the racial composition of students in 33917?
33917 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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