For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,026 students in 33916, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 33916, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33916, FL are Young Parent Education Program, City Of Palms Charter High School and Edgewood Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33916 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33916, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33916, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Young Parent Education Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3650 Michigan Ave, Ste 2
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-2526
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-2526
Gr: 6-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
City Of Palms Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2830 Winkler Ave Ste 201
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 561-6611
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 561-6611
Gr: 9-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3464 Edgewood Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-6205
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-6205
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Colonial Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Schoolhouse Rd E
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 939-2242
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 939-2242
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Franklin Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2323 Ford St
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-1969
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-1969
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Dunbar High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 E Edison Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 461-5322
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 461-5322
Gr: 9-12 | 1,734 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Royal Palm Exceptional School Center
Special Education School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3050 Indian St
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 337-3511
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 337-3511
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
3650 Michigan Ave, Ste 4
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-2512
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 332-2512
Gr: PK | 187 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Myers Technical College
Vocational School
3800 Michigan Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-4544
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-4544
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy
Alternative School
3650 Michigan Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-3416
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 334-3416
Gr: 6-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Sw Fl Addiction Services-the Vince Smith Center
Alternative School
2450 Prince St
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 338-2306
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(239) 338-2306
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33916, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33916, FL include Young Parent Education Program, City Of Palms Charter High School and Edgewood Academy.
How many public schools are located in 33916?
11 public schools are located in 33916.
What percentage of students in 33916 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 33916 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33916?
33916 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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