Lee County Acceleration Academies serves 230 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee County Acceleration Academies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lee County Acceleration Academies's student population of 230 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lee County Acceleration Academies is 0.65, 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.
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
38%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
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 the graduation rate of Lee County Acceleration Academies?
The graduation rate of Lee County Acceleration Academies is 20%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lee County Acceleration Academies?
230 students attend Lee County Acceleration Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lee County Acceleration Academies students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lee County Acceleration Academies offer ?
Lee County Acceleration Academies offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Lee County Acceleration Academies part of?
Lee County Acceleration Academies is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee County Acceleration Academies located?
Lee County Acceleration Academies is located in the Fulton Market neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL.
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