Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Cypress Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Cypress Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Cypress Elementary School's student population of 765 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Cypress Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Cypress Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Cypress Elementary School's ranking?
Big Cypress Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Big Cypress Elementary School often compared to?
Big Cypress Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Big Cypress Elementary School?
765 students attend Big Cypress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Big Cypress Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Cypress Elementary School?
Big Cypress Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Cypress Elementary School offer ?
Big Cypress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Big Cypress Elementary School part of?
Big Cypress Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Big Cypress Elementary School located?
Big Cypress Elementary School is located in the Urban Estates neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Urban Estates.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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