The School District of Lee County has reached a historic milestone with the Class of 2025 achieving the highest graduation rates in district history. The School District's overall graduation rate reached 89.8%, a 4% increase from the previous year that nearly doubles the state's 2.5% increase. The School District’s 15 traditional high schools and Lee Virtual School soared to an unprecedented 95.3%, demonstrating the district's unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student success.
All 15 traditional high schools and Lee Virtual School achieved graduation rates of 90% or above, with nine schools reaching 97% or higher. Fort Myers High School and North Fort Myers High School each achieved exceptional 99% graduation rates.
Several schools showed remarkable improvement, with Lehigh Senior High School increasing from 89.2 % to 96.5% and Dunbar High School rising from 85% to 90.5%, demonstrating that focused support and dedicated staff can dramatically impact student outcomes.
"This is a historic moment for Lee County Schools, and I couldn't be prouder of our students, teachers, and school teams," said Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin. "A 89.8% graduation rate, the highest we've ever achieved with our traditional high school above 90%, shows that our investments in quality teachers and student support are paying off. Every percentage point represents real students earning their diplomas and opening doors to their future. While we celebrate this milestone, we won't rest on our success. Our goal is to become Florida's top-performing school district, and this achievement shows we're moving in the right direction."
In addition to the historic graduation rate achievement, the School District also recorded its lowest dropout rate ever at 1.5%, demonstrating Lee County's success in keeping students engaged and on track to graduation.
Florida's Class of 2025 graduation rate report.
The School District of Lee County serves over 100,000 students across 115 schools and continues to focus on academic achievement, student support, and providing world-class educational opportunities for all students.