MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEE school district, located in FORT MYERS, FL with about 909 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 65 teachers, MANATEE 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.

MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is part of the School District of Lee County. The school serves a diverse student population in the Tice community, focusing on providing a comprehensive educational foundation that emphasizes core academic subjects, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Their mission is generally centered on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and the development of essential social and emotional skills.

Beyond standard academics, Manatee Elementary often integrates technology into the classroom to prepare students for the demands of the digital age. The school frequently emphasizes community involvement and parent-teacher collaboration as key pillars for student success. Through various extracurricular activities and school initiatives, the staff strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel safe, engaged, and motivated to achieve their full potential within the Lee County public school system.

For more information, contact MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (239) 694-2097 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.