Serving 274 students in grades 9-12, Palm Acres 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 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%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Acres Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Palm Acres Charter High School's student population of 274 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palm Acres 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
59%
38%
Black
25%
21%
White
14%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Palm Acres Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Acres Charter High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Acres Charter High School?
274 students attend Palm Acres Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Palm Acres Charter High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palm Acres Charter High School offer ?
Palm Acres Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Acres Charter High School part of?
Palm Acres Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Acres Charter High School located?
Palm Acres Charter High School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Richmond.
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