Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Northern Palms Charter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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 38:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower 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: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Palms Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northern Palms Charter High School's student population of 114 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Palms Charter 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 Northern Palms Charter 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
#1774 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Palms Charter High School's ranking?
Northern Palms Charter High School is ranked #1774 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 Northern Palms Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Northern Palms Charter High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northern Palms Charter High School?
114 students attend Northern Palms Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Northern Palms Charter High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Palms Charter High School?
Northern Palms Charter High School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northern Palms Charter High School offer ?
Northern Palms Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northern Palms Charter High School part of?
Northern Palms Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Northern Palms Charter High School located?
Northern Palms Charter High School is located in the Hancock neighborhood of North Fort Myers, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Hancock.
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