HECTOR A. CAFFERATA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HECTOR A. CAFFERATA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEE school district, located in CAPE CORAL, FL with about 666 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, HECTOR A. CAFFERATA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School, located in Cape Coral, Florida, is a public school serving students in the Lee County School District. Named in honor of the late Medal of Honor recipient Hector A. Cafferata Jr., the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive, character-driven environment. It serves a diverse student body from the Cape Coral area, focusing on foundational academic growth through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state educational standards.

Beyond core academics, the school is recognized for its commitment to student development and community engagement. The campus environment is designed to be inclusive and supportive, offering various programs that encourage student involvement in arts, technology, and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a strong partnership between educators, parents, and the local community, Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary aims to provide a stable and enriching educational experience that prepares its young students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact HECTOR A. CAFFERATA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (239) 458-7391 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

250 SANTA BARBARA BLVD N
CAPE CORAL, FL 33993-2415
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HECTOR A. CAFFERATA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CAPE CORAL, FL with about 666 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LEE
Total Students:
666
Teachers:
51
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 666 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.8%
White
33.2%
Black or African American
11.7%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian
1.4%

Female
46.2%
Male
53.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.