Below Average
#3322 of 3,778 schools in FL
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center
High School · LEE
2525 ORTIZ AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,322 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#31 of 44
public schools
In district
#78 of 110
LEE
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Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center
High School in Fort Myers · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is a public high school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,322 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center show 25% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center 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.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center — Students at Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 1 test record from FL state assessments. About our data
How Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center Compares
See how Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center 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
2525 ORTIZ AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOUNG PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,009
Median Home Value
$260,400
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
40,908
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center
What grades does Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center serve?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center rank in FL?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center ranks #3,322 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center has 25% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center a charter school?
No, Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
34.6% of students at Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 332-6927
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #78 of 110
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