JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEE school district, located in FORT MYERS, FL with about 389 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 39 teachers, JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is a public school within the School District of Lee County that serves students in grades K-8. The academy is uniquely distinguished by its focus on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). By integrating an IB framework, the school emphasizes a global perspective, inquiry-based learning, and the development of critical thinking skills, aiming to prepare students to be well-rounded, internationally-minded citizens.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school fosters a structured environment that prioritizes student engagement and character development. The academy prides itself on creating a challenging yet supportive atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and students are encouraged to take agency in their own education. With a mission to provide high-quality instruction that meets the needs of a diverse student body, JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY serves as a notable choice for families seeking a rigorous, inquiry-driven educational experience in the Fort Myers area.

For more information, contact JAMES STEPHENS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY at (239) 337-1333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.