Serving 1,069 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diplomat Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Diplomat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Diplomat Elementary School's student population of 1,069 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
Diplomat Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diplomat Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#555 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
40%
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
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Diplomat Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Diplomat Elementary School often compared to?
Diplomat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caloosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% 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 Diplomat Elementary School?
1,069 students attend Diplomat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Diplomat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% 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 Diplomat Elementary School?
Diplomat Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Diplomat Elementary School offer ?
Diplomat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Diplomat Elementary School part of?
Diplomat Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Diplomat Elementary School located?
Diplomat Elementary School is located in the Diplomat neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Diplomat.
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View the Diplomat Elementary School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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