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#2391 of 3,778 schools in FL
Success Academy
High School · LEE
3650 MICHIGAN AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,391 of 3,778
In Fort Myers
#17 of 44
public schools
In district
#51 of 110
LEE
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Success Academy
Success Academy is a public high school in Fort Myers, FL, part of LEE. Success Academy serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Success Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,391 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Success Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Success Academy 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 Success Academy 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Success Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Success Academy — Students at Success Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.7/10.
How Success Academy Compares
See how Success Academy 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
3650 MICHIGAN AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YOUNG PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM (rated 5.7/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 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 Success Academy
What grades does Success Academy serve?
Success Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Success Academy?
Success Academy has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Success Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Success Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Success Academy rank in FL?
Success Academy ranks #2,391 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Success Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Success Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Success Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Success Academy a charter school?
No, Success Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Success Academy a Title I school?
No, Success Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy?
76.5% of students at Success Academy 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
- 98
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 334-3416
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
LEE- District Enrollment
- 100,064
- Schools in District
- 120
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,108
- District Rank
- #51 of 110
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