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| Metric | Lee County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 99,354 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 122 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,815/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 4/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 33rd percentile → 4/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About Lee County School District
Families in zip code 33966 (Lee, Florida) are assigned to Lee County School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Lee County School District spent $9,815 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 7% below Florida’s statewide $10,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 6,922 students, an estimated 88% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 121 schools, Lee County School District operates as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 4/10 Rating
Lee County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 4/10, placing it in the below average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Lee County School District falls near the middle of Florida on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 33966
Children in zip code 33966 are assigned to Lee County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 33966, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lee County School District at (870)295-7100 or visit lcsd1.grsc.k12.ar.us/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lee
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Lee County School District serves zip code 33966, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 33966. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lee County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 33966.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lee County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 33966 data.