Serving 1,523 students in grades 9-12, Estero 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estero High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Estero High School's student population of 1,523 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Estero 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 Estero High School is 0.58, 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
#2083 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estero High School's ranking?
Estero High School is ranked #2083 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Estero High School often compared to?
Estero High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonita Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estero High School?
The graduation rate of Estero High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Estero High School?
1,523 students attend Estero High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Estero High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estero High School?
Estero High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estero High School offer ?
Estero High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Estero High School part of?
Estero High School is part of Lee School District.
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