Average
#2247 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pace School for Girls
High School · LEE
3800 EVANS AVE, Ft. Myers, FL 33901
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,247 of 3,778
In Ft. Myers
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#45 of 110
LEE
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Pace School for Girls
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About Pace School for Girls
Pace School for Girls is a public high school in Ft. Myers, FL, part of LEE. Pace School for Girls serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio.
Pace School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,247 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Pace School for Girls show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Pace School for Girls 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 Pace School for Girls 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.
Score Breakdown
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Pace School for Girls — Students at Pace School for Girls score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 9.1/10.
How Pace School for Girls Compares
See how Pace School for Girls 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
3800 EVANS AVE, Ft. Myers, FL 33901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace School for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BISHOP VEROT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ft. Myers, see our Ft. Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,579
Median Home Value
$280,400
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
24,401
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pace School for Girls
What grades does Pace School for Girls serve?
Pace School for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace School for Girls?
Pace School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace School for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace School for Girls is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pace School for Girls rank in FL?
Pace School for Girls ranks #2,247 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pace School for Girls?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace School for Girls has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pace School for Girls a charter school?
No, Pace School for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace School for Girls a Title I school?
No, Pace School for Girls is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace School for Girls?
35.0% of students at Pace School for Girls 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 425-2366
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #45 of 110
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