Serving 104 students in grades 9-12, City Of Palms 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: City of Palms Charter High School serves the west part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 161.5 square miles, with most students typically within a 10-15 minute drive and an average distance of 6.7 miles to the school's edge, reaching up to 25.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
City Of Palms Charter High School's student population of 104 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of City Of Palms Charter High School is 0.57, 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)
(21-22)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
11-19%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)100%
35.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are City Of Palms Charter High School often compared to?
City Of Palms Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of City Of Palms Charter High School?
The graduation rate of City Of Palms Charter High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend City Of Palms Charter High School?
104 students attend City Of Palms Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of City Of Palms Charter High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of City Of Palms Charter High School?
City Of Palms Charter High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does City Of Palms Charter High School offer ?
City Of Palms Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is City Of Palms Charter High School part of?
City Of Palms Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is City Of Palms Charter High School located?
City Of Palms Charter High School is located in the Metro Park neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Metro Park.
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