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North Fort Myers High School

5000 Orange Grove Blvd
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
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Tel: (239) 995-2117
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North Fort Myers High School serves 1,801 students in grades 9-12.
North Fort Myers High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,801 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • Graduation Rate
    : ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 20%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 59% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 73% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Fort Myers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 1%)

School Overview

North Fort Myers High School's student population of 1,801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Magnet School
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,801 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

North Fort Myers High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of North Fort Myers High School is 0.53, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
Overall Testing Rank
#683 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
48%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
27%
35%
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Black
4%
22%
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White
63%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.53
0.70
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Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
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School District Name
Lee School District
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Fort Myers High School's ranking?

North Fort Myers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%) and Highest graduation rate (Top 1%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).

What is the graduation rate of North Fort Myers High School?

The graduation rate of North Fort Myers High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.

How many students attend North Fort Myers High School?

1,801 students attend North Fort Myers High School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

63% of North Fort Myers High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.

What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fort Myers High School?

North Fort Myers High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.

What grades does North Fort Myers High School offer ?

North Fort Myers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12

What school district is North Fort Myers High School part of?

North Fort Myers High School is part of Lee School District.

School Calendar

View the North Fort Myers High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Last day for instructional seniors
May 12, 2023 (Friday)
Students Last Day of School
June 06, 2023 (Tuesday)
Teachers Last Day
June 07, 2023 (Wednesday)
Teachers First Day Back to School
August 02, 2023 (Wednesday)
Students First Day of School
August 10, 2023 (Thursday)

School Reviews

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Teachers are willing to spend extra time with students for academic and social needs. They have high expectations for their students and students show respect.
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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,801 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • Graduation Rate
    : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 20%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 59% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 73% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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