Serving 353 students in grades 7-12, North Nicholas 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 50:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Nicholas High School serves the northwest part of Cape Coral, FL, covering an area of approximately 100.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Nicholas High School's student population of 353 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
North Nicholas 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 North Nicholas 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
#3506 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
17:1
Hispanic
45%
38%
Black
5%
21%
White
46%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Nicholas High School's ranking?
North Nicholas High School is ranked #3506 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Nicholas High School often compared to?
North Nicholas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Coral 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Nicholas High School?
The graduation rate of North Nicholas High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Nicholas High School?
353 students attend North Nicholas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Nicholas High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Nicholas High School?
North Nicholas High School has a student ration of 50:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Nicholas High School offer ?
North Nicholas High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Nicholas High School part of?
North Nicholas High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Nicholas High School located?
North Nicholas High School is located in the Hancock neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Hancock.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SCHOOL CLOSED - HOLIDAY
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Winter Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday
February 15, 2027 (Monday)
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