Fort Myers Senior High School is a public school in Fort Myers, Florida. It was opened on October 19, 1911, making it one of the oldest schools in the state of Florida, and the oldest in Lee County. It is managed by the Lee County School District. The enrollment as of May 2021 is 1,944 students.
Serving 1,835 students in grades 9-12, Fort Myers 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Myers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Myers High School's student population of 1,835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,835 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Green and White
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Fort Myers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Myers High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1500 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
21%
21%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tsunami Sam
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Myers High School's ranking?
Fort Myers High School is ranked #1500 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort Myers High School often compared to?
Fort Myers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fort Myers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Myers High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Myers High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort Myers High School?
1,835 students attend Fort Myers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fort Myers High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Myers High School?
Fort Myers High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort Myers High School offer ?
Fort Myers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Myers High School part of?
Fort Myers High School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the Fort Myers High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fort Myers HS Back-to-School Open House
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day Back to School for Students
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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