Serving 133 students in grades 9-12, City Of Palms Charter High School ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City Of Palms Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
City Of Palms Charter High School's student population of 133 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
City Of Palms Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City Of Palms Charter High School is 0.64, 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
#1872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Of Palms Charter High School's ranking?
City Of Palms Charter High School is ranked #1872 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are City Of Palms Charter High School often compared to?
City Of Palms Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of City Of Palms Charter High School?
The graduation rate of City Of Palms Charter High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend City Of Palms Charter High School?
133 students attend City Of Palms Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of City Of Palms Charter High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City Of Palms Charter High School?
City Of Palms Charter High School has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does City Of Palms Charter High School offer ?
City Of Palms Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is City Of Palms Charter High School part of?
City Of Palms Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is City Of Palms Charter High School located?
City Of Palms Charter High School is located in the Metro Park neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Metro Park.
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