At a glance
Reported students
1,693
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
73.75
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
23:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
73rd percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
813
South Fort Myers High School: 1,693 reported students.
State peer staffing position
63rd percentile
23:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,854
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103.58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.9:1
What the reported data says about South Fort Myers High School
South Fort Myers High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Fort Myers. It is one of 119 current school records connected to Lee. NCES reports 1,693 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 73rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 23:1, close to the Florida median of 21.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (60%) and Black (22.6%). English learners represent 22.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Fort Myers High School
- 1How do the reported 23:1 student–teacher ratio and 73.75 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 22.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 47.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White14.2%
- Hispanic60%
- Black22.6%
- Asian1.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
7 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lee
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dunbar High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,734 reported students
Estero High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,571 reported students
Fort Myers High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,835 reported students
Mariner High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,865 reported students
Bonita Springs High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,490 reported students
Island Coast High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,477 reported students
Public schools near South Fort Myers High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County Acceleration Academies High · Lee | 08–12 | 230 | 2.2 mi |
| Island Park High School High · Charter · Lee | 07–12 | 296 | 2.6 mi |
| Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School High · Charter · Lee | 09–12 | 411 | 2.7 mi |
| Cypress Lake High School High · Lee | 09–12 | 1,429 | 3.3 mi |
| City of Palms Charter High School High · Charter · Lee | 09–12 | 104 | 4.5 mi |
| Pace School for Girls High · Lee | 06–12 | 62 | 4.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Fort Myers High School
What grades does South Fort Myers High School serve?
South Fort Myers High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Lee.
How many students attend South Fort Myers High School?
South Fort Myers High School reported 1,693 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 73rd percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,854 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Fort Myers High School?
The calculated ratio is 23:1, based on 1,693 students and 73.75 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Fort Myers High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Fort Myers High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Lee attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Fort Myers High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
47.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is South Fort Myers High School in?
South Fort Myers High School is part of Lee, based in Fort Myers, FL, which operates 119 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Fort Myers High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lee County Acceleration Academies (2.2 mi), Island Park High School (2.6 mi), Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School (2.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.