Serving 411 students in grades 9-12, Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Collegiate High School serves the west part of Fort Myers, FL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 161.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge reaching up to 22.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School's student population of 411 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“To those searching for truth – not the truth of dogma and darkness but the truth brought by reason, search, examination, and inquiry – discipline is required.” - Thomas Edison
School Rankings
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School is 0.65, 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
#100 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 is Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School's ranking?
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School is ranked #100 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School often compared to?
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Myers High School, North Fort Myers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School?
411 students attend Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School?
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School offer ?
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School part of?
Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School is part of Lee School District.
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