EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the LEE school district, located in LEHIGH ACRES, FL with about 2,027 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 110 teachers, EAST LEE COUNTY 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.

EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, is a comprehensive public high school serving the diverse community of the School District of Lee County. The school offers a robust academic curriculum that includes advanced placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and a variety of elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment, the school emphasizes student engagement through a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs.

Beyond traditional academics, EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is recognized for its focus on career and technical education (CTE) and specialized academies. These programs provide students with hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications in fields such as engineering, health sciences, and information technology. By bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, the school aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and technical expertise necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

For more information, contact EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (239) 369-2932 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

715 THOMAS SHERWIN AVE S
LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33974-5578
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EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LEHIGH ACRES, FL with about 2,027 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:
2,027
Teachers:
110
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 school
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 2,027 students

Hispanic/Latino
60.3%
Black or African American
20.8%
White
15.6%
Two or more races
2.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

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.