Needs Improvement
#3523 of 3,778 schools in FL
City of Palms Charter High School
High School · LEE
2830 WINKLER AVE STE 201, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,523 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#36 of 44
public schools
In district
#91 of 110
LEE
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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City of Palms Charter High School
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About City of Palms Charter High School
City of Palms Charter High School is a public high school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. City of Palms Charter High School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. City of Palms Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,523 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for City of Palms Charter High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, City of Palms Charter High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at City of Palms Charter High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
City of Palms Charter High School runs 34:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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City of Palms Charter High School — Students at City of Palms Charter High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 17 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How City of Palms Charter High School Compares
See how City of Palms Charter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2830 WINKLER AVE STE 201, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City of Palms Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PACE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Ft. Myers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,353
Median Home Value
$242,300
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
27,642
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City of Palms Charter High School
What grades does City of Palms Charter High School serve?
City of Palms Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend City of Palms Charter High School?
City of Palms Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City of Palms Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at City of Palms Charter High School is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City of Palms Charter High School rank in FL?
City of Palms Charter High School ranks #3,523 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is City of Palms Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
City of Palms Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at City of Palms Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City of Palms Charter High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is City of Palms Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, City of Palms Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is City of Palms Charter High School a Title I school?
No, City of Palms Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City of Palms Charter High School?
48.5% of students at City of Palms Charter High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 561-6611
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #91 of 110
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