South Fort Myers High School serves 1,747 students in grades 9-12.
South Fort Myers High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fort Myers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Fort Myers High School's student population of 1,747 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Fort Myers High School is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 South Fort Myers High School is 0.60, 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
#3269 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
35%
Black
21%
22%
White
19%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fort Myers High School's ranking?
South Fort Myers High School is ranked #3269 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fort Myers High School?
The graduation rate of South Fort Myers High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Fort Myers High School?
1,747 students attend South Fort Myers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Fort Myers High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fort Myers High School?
South Fort Myers High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Fort Myers High School offer ?
South Fort Myers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Fort Myers High School part of?
South Fort Myers High School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the South Fort Myers High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
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)
Thanksgiving Break
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
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