Needs Improvement
#3481 of 3,778 schools in FL
Palm Acres Charter High School
High School · LEE
507 SUNSHINE BLVD N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
56:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
56:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,481 of 3,778
In Lehigh Acres
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#88 of 110
LEE
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Palm Acres Charter High School
High School in Lehigh Acres · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palm Acres Charter High School
Palm Acres Charter High School is a public high school in Lehigh Acres, FL, part of LEE. Palm Acres Charter High School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 56:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Acres Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,481 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Acres Charter High School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2017) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Palm Acres 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.
Palm Acres Charter High School runs 56:1 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.
Palm Acres Charter 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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Palm Acres Charter High School — Students at Palm Acres Charter High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Palm Acres Charter High School Compares
See how Palm Acres 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
507 SUNSHINE BLVD N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Acres Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GATEWAY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Myers), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEHIGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DONNA J. BEASLEY TECHNICAL ACADEMY (rated 3.2/10, 4.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lehigh Acres, see our Lehigh Acres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,784
Median Home Value
$271,900
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
28,377
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Acres Charter High School
What grades does Palm Acres Charter High School serve?
Palm Acres Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palm Acres Charter High School?
Palm Acres Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Acres Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Acres Charter High School is 56:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Acres Charter High School rank in FL?
Palm Acres Charter High School ranks #3,481 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palm Acres Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Acres Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Palm Acres Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Acres Charter High School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2017) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Palm Acres Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Palm Acres 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 Palm Acres Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Palm Acres Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Acres Charter High School?
26.4% of students at Palm Acres 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
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 56:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 333-3300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #88 of 110
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