CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL

CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the LEE school district, located in FORT MYERS, FL with about 1,703 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 77 teachers, CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is a well-regarded public secondary institution within the Lee County School District. Known for its strong commitment to academics and community involvement, the school serves a diverse student body by offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is particularly recognized for its vibrant Panther spirit and its dedication to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond its core academic offerings, CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL is widely noted for its specialized programs, most notably its prestigious Center for the Arts. This magnet program attracts talented students from across the region, offering intensive training in areas such as dance, music, theater, and visual arts, which distinguishes the school as a cultural hub in the Fort Myers area. Coupled with a competitive athletics department and a variety of extracurricular clubs, the school provides a well-rounded experience that encourages students to pursue their individual passions while fostering a strong sense of school pride.

For more information, contact CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL at (239) 481-2233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6750 PANTHER LN
FORT MYERS, FL 33919-6342
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CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FORT MYERS, FL with about 1,703 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
LEE
Total Students:
1,703
Teachers:
77
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,703 students

White
51.1%
Hispanic/Latino
29.9%
Black or African American
14.8%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
51.0%
Male
49.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.