South Fort Myers High School is a high school in Southern Fort Myers, Florida that is part of the Lee County School District.
Serving 1,693 students in grades 9-12, South Fort Myers 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Fort Myers High School's student population of 1,693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Black, Red, Cardinal
School Motto
A Powerful School of Teaching and Learning
School Rankings
South Fort Myers 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 South Fort Myers High School is 0.57, 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
#3436 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
60%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
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: Wolfpack
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fort Myers High School's ranking?
South Fort Myers High School is ranked #3436 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Fort Myers High School often compared to?
South Fort Myers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estero High School, Cypress Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% 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 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Fort Myers High School?
1,693 students attend South Fort Myers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Fort Myers High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 14% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Fort Myers High School offer ?
South Fort Myers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fort Myers High School part of?
South Fort Myers High School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back to School for Students
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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