For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,789 students in 33971, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 33971, FL are Palm Acres Charter High School and Lehigh Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33971 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33971, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33971 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lehigh Senior High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33971, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palm Acres Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
507 Sunshine Blvd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 333-3300
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 333-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 280 students
Rank: #22.
Lehigh Senior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Gunnery Rd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5353
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5353
Grades: 9-12
| 2,509 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33971, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33971, FL include Palm Acres Charter High School and Lehigh Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33971?
2 public high schools are located in 33971.
What is the racial composition of students in 33971?
33971 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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