Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Palm Acres Charter High 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Acres Charter High School's student population of 275 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palm Acres Charter High School is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
18%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Acres Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Acres Charter High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Palm Acres Charter High School?
275 students attend Palm Acres Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Palm Acres Charter High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palm Acres Charter High School offer ?
Palm Acres Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palm Acres Charter High School part of?
Palm Acres Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Acres Charter High School located?
Palm Acres Charter High School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Richmond.
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