For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,576 students in Estero, FL (there are , serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Estero, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Estero, FL are Pinewoods Elementary School and Estero High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Estero, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Estero have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Estero, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinewoods Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11900 Stoneybrook Golf Dr
Estero, FL 33928
(239) 947-7500
Estero, FL 33928
(239) 947-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 1,053 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Estero High School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21900 River Ranch Rd
Estero, FL 33928
(239) 947-9400
Estero, FL 33928
(239) 947-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,523 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Estero, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Estero, FL include Pinewoods Elementary School and Estero High School.
How many public schools are located in Estero?
2 public schools are located in Estero.
What percentage of students in Estero go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Estero are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Estero?
Estero public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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