LORENZO WALKER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

LORENZO WALKER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the COLLIER school district, located in NAPLES, FL with about 598 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, LORENZO WALKER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LORENZO WALKER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (LWTHS), located in Naples, Florida, is a unique public magnet high school within the Collier County Public Schools district. Unlike traditional high schools, LWTHS integrates rigorous academic coursework with comprehensive career and technical education (CTE). Students at the school have the opportunity to pursue industry certifications and specialized training in various professional fields, such as automotive technology, culinary arts, healthcare, information technology, and construction trades, all while fulfilling the requirements for a standard Florida high school diploma.

The school is designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and the workforce or higher education by providing a hands-on, career-focused learning environment. By operating in conjunction with the adjacent Lorenzo Walker Technical College, students are often able to participate in dual-enrollment programs that allow them to gain college credits and professional experience before graduating. This structure makes it an ideal choice for students who are eager to gain a competitive edge in their chosen career paths while still enjoying a traditional high school experience.

For more information, contact LORENZO WALKER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL at (239) 377-0900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.