For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,029 students in 33905, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 300 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 33905, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33905, FL are James Stephens Elementary School, Tice Elementary School and Oak Hammock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33905 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33905, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33905, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1333 Marsh Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 337-1333
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 337-1333
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Tice Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4524 Tice St
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-1257
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-1257
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Oak Hammock Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5321 Tice St
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 693-0469
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 693-0469
Gr: 6-8 | 1,242 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Orange River Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4501 Underwood Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-1258
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-1258
Gr: PK-5 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3291 Buckingham Rd
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 693-1233
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 693-1233
Gr: PK-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Buckingham Rd
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-4141
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-4141
Gr: 9-12 | 1,916 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Manatee Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Tice St
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-2097
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 694-2097
Gr: PK-5 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
2525 Ortiz Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 332-6927
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(239) 332-6927
Gr: 5-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33905, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33905, FL include James Stephens Elementary School, Tice Elementary School and Oak Hammock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33905?
8 public schools are located in 33905.
What percentage of students in 33905 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 33905 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33905?
33905 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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