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South Fort Myers High School

14020 Plantation Rd
Fort Myers, FL 33912
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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South Fort Myers High School is a high school in Southern Fort Myers, Florida that is part of the Lee County School District.
Serving 1,738 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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,738 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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 1,738 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Black, Red, Cardinal

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 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3436 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
52%
26%
52%
25%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
1,738 students attend South Fort Myers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Fort Myers High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 15% 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 21:1, 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.

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Date
First Day Back to School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,738 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 87% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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