Serving 280 students in grades 9-12, Palm Acres Charter 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Acres Charter High School's student population of 280 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Acres Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Acres Charter High School is 0.54, 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
#1872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Acres Charter High School's ranking?
Palm Acres Charter High School is ranked #1872 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Acres Charter High School often compared to?
Palm Acres Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donna J. Beasley Technical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Acres Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Acres Charter High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Acres Charter High School?
280 students attend Palm Acres Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Palm Acres Charter High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palm Acres Charter High School offer ?
Palm Acres Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Acres Charter High School part of?
Palm Acres Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Acres Charter High School located?
Palm Acres Charter High School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Richmond.
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