Fort Myers High School

Heard so many good things so I was shocked when we did not experience them! If your child is in the I.B program or plays sports Ft Myers is a great school otherwise forget it. The school really only cares about those two things,everything (and everyone else)falls to the wayside. The school placed our child in advanceded math classes (Trig & Calculus etc).Our child did extremely well and continued advancing only to be told senior year -Oops! We made a mistake you shouldnt have been in those classes(starting freshman year mind you) because you never took Algebra 2 so until you do you cannot graduate with your class. Our child indeed had to do an extra semester due to the school's mistake & despite getting A's & B's in their most advanced math classes! Our other children will not be attending Ft.Myers when it is time for their high school.
--Submitted by a parent

Our daughter is a graduate of this outstanding school. The school has a tremendous sense of community and the teachers and administration are exceptional. There is a genuine concern for all students and students are encouraged to be the best that they can be. It is a safe school, and I have never heard of any incidents of bullying or violence. This school provides a high quality education which surpasses many of the private schools in the area, especially in the IB program. There is diversity, activities to suit a variety of interests, and parents are encouraged to be involved. We have since moved to VT, and I have a daughter attending an independent school as a day student, and I can honestly say that I was better satisfied with Ft. Myers High School
--Submitted by a parent

This school is without a doubt the best high school in the state of Florida. This school has nothing to do with how much money you have or who you know. The teachers care about the students and make an effort to know the parents as well. Fort Myers High School has the finest rating by which all other schools are measured and try to reach their level. I would never place my children in any other school but Fort Myers High School. It also has the best overall parental participation in all after school activities such as parent/teacher night. It is truly amazing the turnout of the parents and families, and shows how much they truly care about the school and their children. I'm proud to be able to say that my children were educated at Fort Myers High School!!
--Submitted by a parent

great school...great programs...great teachers...exceptional students!
--Submitted by a parent

I was a student at FMHS, and I was in the IB program for all four years. It was a great school and now I am in a great college!
--Submitted by a student

I have a daughter in the IB program. This is a top ranked school with an exceptional staff with an exceptional principal. I had to send my other children to private due to the poor education with in the lee county system. It is refreshing to put my tax dollars to good use at this school and not have to spend additional income to insure my children get a good education. I speak with experience as I graduated from Cypress Lake HS and had to spend additional time to catch up when I went to the university.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children that attend FMHS. The education is superior, and the structer is firm. The FMHS band is is a great team. I encourage any children interested in music to join the band. They are all great friends, and it keeps the group busy. Its they very best school of choice. Go Greenwave!
--Submitted by a parent

Amazing school, with the best education and teachers. This is the only school I would consider in fort myers. The I.B. program will excel students to their highest academic potenetial potential.
--Submitted by a parent

If you are in IB this school is the Best, as you can see from all the other reviews. If you are not in IB or an excellent athelete I do not recommend this school. Your child will get over looked and while not have many opportuneties to be a shining star.
--Submitted by a parent

I am currently a senior at FMHS. I came from a private middle school and at first it took me a while to adapt to the change from a small school to a large public school, but I found it very easy to make friends with both my fellow students and teachers here. Our school has an exceptionally wide variety of clubs, honor societies, and athletic teams, so there is absolutely no reason why anyone should not be involved in something. While the hype of our school seems to be the IB program, having experienced both the IB and Traditional programs, I would strongly recommend either program. The staff at our school is great and, for the most part, are willing to work with any problems you might have. I live all the way in Bonita, and despite the long drive, I wouldn't change my decision of being a Greenie!
--Submitted by Valerie, a student