Needs Improvement
#3524 of 3,778 schools in FL
Island Park High School
High School · LEE
16520 S TAMIAMI TRAIL STE 190, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
46:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
46:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,524 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#37 of 44
public schools
In district
#92 of 110
LEE
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Island Park High School
Island Park High School is a public high school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Island Park High School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 46:1 student-teacher ratio. Island Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Island Park High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Island Park 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.
Island Park High School runs 46:1 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.
Island Park High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Island Park High School — Students at Island Park High School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.9%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Island Park High School Compares
See how Island Park 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
16520 S TAMIAMI TRAIL STE 190, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Island Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Ft. Myers), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,711
Median Home Value
$346,200
Median Rent
$1,829/mo
Population
38,319
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
64.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Island Park High School
What grades does Island Park High School serve?
Island Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Island Park High School?
Island Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Island Park High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Island Park High School is 46:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Island Park High School rank in FL?
Island Park High School ranks #3,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Island Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Island Park 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 Island Park High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Island Park High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Island Park High School a charter school?
Yes, Island Park High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Island Park High School a Title I school?
No, Island Park High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Island Park High School?
23.9% of students at Island Park 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
- 276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 46:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 204-5965
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #92 of 110
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