Best 33971 Florida Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,824 students in 33971, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33971, FL are Palm Acres Charter High School and Lehigh Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33971 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33971, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33971 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lehigh Senior High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33971, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palm Acres Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
507 Sunshine Blvd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 333-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Lehigh Senior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
901 Gunnery Rd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5353
Gr: 9-12 | 2,550 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33971, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33971, FL include Palm Acres Charter High School and Lehigh Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33971?
2 public high schools are located in 33971.
What is the racial composition of students in 33971?
33971 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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