Serving 1,887 students in grades 9-12, Cape Coral High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cape Coral High School's student population of 1,887 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cape Coral High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cape Coral High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1819 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Coral High School's ranking?
Cape Coral High School is ranked #1819 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cape Coral High School often compared to?
Cape Coral High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ida S. Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cape Coral High School?
The graduation rate of Cape Coral High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cape Coral High School?
1,887 students attend Cape Coral High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cape Coral High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cape Coral High School?
Cape Coral High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cape Coral High School offer ?
Cape Coral High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cape Coral High School part of?
Cape Coral High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Cape Coral High School located?
Cape Coral High School is located in the Hancock neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Hancock.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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