Serving 911 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trafalgar Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 53% 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: 911 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Trafalgar Elementary School's student population of 911 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
Trafalgar 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 Trafalgar 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
#928 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Trafalgar Elementary School's ranking?
Trafalgar Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Trafalgar Elementary School often compared to?
Trafalgar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gulf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Trafalgar Elementary School?
911 students attend Trafalgar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Trafalgar Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trafalgar Elementary School?
Trafalgar Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trafalgar Elementary School offer ?
Trafalgar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Trafalgar Elementary School part of?
Trafalgar Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Trafalgar Elementary School located?
Trafalgar Elementary School is located in the Trafalgar neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Trafalgar.
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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