East Lee County High School

715 Thomas Sherwin Ave S
Lehigh Acres, FL 33974
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 2,129 students in grades 9-12, East Lee County 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 16% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,129 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : 95% (Top 30% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

East Lee County High School's student population of 2,129 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

East Lee County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lee County High School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3452 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
52%
30%
52%
33%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
68%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Lee County High School's ranking?
East Lee County High School is ranked #3452 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Lee County High School often compared to?
East Lee County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lee County High School?
The graduation rate of East Lee County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Lee County High School?
2,129 students attend East Lee County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of East Lee County High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lee County High School?
East Lee County High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lee County High School offer ?
East Lee County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lee County High School part of?
East Lee County High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is East Lee County High School located?
East Lee County High School is located in the Eisenhower neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Eisenhower.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
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)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,129 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : 95% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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