Lehigh Senior High School is located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, a suburb of Fort Myers. It is one of the largest high schools in Lee County. The current principal is Darya Grote. It is part of the Lee County School District. Lehigh currently has the highest percent of incoming students in Lee County.
Serving 2,509 students in grades 9-12, Lehigh Senior 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 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lehigh Senior High School's student population of 2,509 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Gold, Blue
School Rankings
Lehigh Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lehigh Senior High School is 0.59, 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
#2893 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Zeus
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lehigh Senior High School's ranking?
Lehigh Senior High School is ranked #2893 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lehigh Senior High School often compared to?
Lehigh Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway High School, Dunbar High School, Riverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lehigh Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lehigh Senior High School is 86%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lehigh Senior High School?
2,509 students attend Lehigh Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lehigh Senior High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehigh Senior High School?
Lehigh Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lehigh Senior High School offer ?
Lehigh Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehigh Senior High School part of?
Lehigh Senior High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lehigh Senior High School located?
Lehigh Senior High School is located in the Centennial neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Centennial.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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