Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3138 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
14%
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
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School's ranking?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is ranked #3138 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School often compared to?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Park Academy For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
633 students attend G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School offer ?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School part of?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School located?
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Richmond.
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Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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