Island Coast High School is located in Cape Coral, Florida. It is one of four high schools in the city of Cape Coral and is also a part of the Lee County School District. Total enrollment is 1,615 students as of July 2018. It is the newest high school in Cape Coral.
Serving 1,418 students in grades 9-12, Island Coast High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Island Coast High School's student population of 1,418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Green, Gold
School Motto
TO PREPARE ALL STUDENTS FOR POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS THROUGH ATTENDANCE, BEHAVIOR, AND CLASSROOM SUCCESS.
Island Coast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Coast High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3255 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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What is Island Coast High School's ranking?
Island Coast High School is ranked #3255 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Island Coast High School often compared to?
Island Coast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fort Myers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Island Coast High School?
The graduation rate of Island Coast High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Island Coast High School?
1,418 students attend Island Coast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Island Coast High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Coast High School?
Island Coast High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Island Coast High School offer ?
Island Coast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Coast High School part of?
Island Coast High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Island Coast High School located?
Island Coast High School is located in the Jacarandas neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL.
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Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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