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Lehigh Acres school ratings and districts

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Lehigh Acres school ratings and districts start with the School District of Lee County. It runs the traditional public schools here. Lehigh Acres is in the district's East high school zone. Assignment uses choice zones, so check each address.

Which school district serves Lehigh Acres?

The School District of Lee County serves all of Lehigh Acres and the rest of Lee County. For 2025-2026, the Florida Department of Education gave the district a grade of "B", as reported by the district in July 2026.

The Florida Department of Education posts each school's grade on its School Grades page. Look up any school there directly.

How are students assigned to schools in Lehigh Acres?

Elementary and middle schools use a Proximity Plan. Parents list the schools in their proximity zone in order of choice. Seats are filled using preferences such as siblings and distance. High school uses three large choice zones: West, East and South. Each is split into sub-zones.

Registration for the next school year opens the first Monday in November through the district's FOCUS parent portal. Applying on the first day does not give an advantage, because placements are made after the window closes.

Which high school zone covers Lehigh Acres?

Lehigh Acres is in the East high school zone. The enrollment plan says this zone is mostly east of I-75 and north of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Its sub-zones include Dunbar, East Lee County, Gateway, Lehigh Senior and Riverdale high schools. Parents list the schools in their sub-zone in order of choice.

Several East zone schools host magnet or advanced programs. Examples are Cambridge at East Lee County and Lehigh Senior, the arts at Lehigh Senior, and FGCU Collegiate at Gateway.

What choice, magnet and charter options exist?

The district offers magnet and advanced programs such as International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, FGCU Collegiate and the arts. Each has its own application. Charter schools in Lee County are publicly funded but privately operated. Each has its own governing board and its own application process.

How do I verify the schools for a specific address?

Use the district's school zone map to see the zones for any address. Then confirm the result with the district's Student Enrollment office. Verify school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Pair that check with your home search in Lehigh Acres homes for sale. Read the Lehigh Acres community guide for enrollment documents and deadlines.

Common questions

What is the Lee County school district grade?

For 2025-2026, the Florida Department of Education issued the School District of Lee County a grade of "B", as the district reported in July 2026. Check the FLDOE School Grades page for the latest release.

Does buying a house guarantee a specific school in Lehigh Acres?

No. Lee County assigns elementary and middle schools through a Proximity Plan. High schools use choice zones. Verify school assignment for any address directly with the district.

When do I register a child for school in Lehigh Acres?

Sign-up for the next school year opens the first Monday in November, through the FOCUS parent portal. If you arrive after that window, contact the district's Student Enrollment office.

Sources

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  2. HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital, HCA Florida Healthcare (read 2026-09-24)
  3. Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (read 2026-09-24)
  4. FGUA Systems, Florida Governmental Utility Authority (read 2026-09-24)
  5. Lehigh Acres Park, Lee County Parks & Recreation (read 2026-09-24)
  6. Veterans Park and Recreation Center, Lee County Parks & Recreation (read 2026-09-24)
  7. Wild Turkey Strand Preserve, Lee County Parks & Recreation (read 2026-09-24)
  8. Caloosahatchee Regional Park, Lee County Parks & Recreation (read 2026-09-24)
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  13. Tropical Cyclone Report: Hurricane Milton (AL142024), NOAA National Hurricane Center (read 2026-09-24)
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  15. Substantial Improvement/Substantial Damage, Lee County Government (read 2026-09-24)
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  28. Transfer of Homestead Assessment Difference (Portability), Lee County Property Appraiser (read 2026-09-24)
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  30. TRIM Information (six factors that increase taxes; ownership change resets caps), Lee County Property Appraiser (read 2026-09-24)
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  34. 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program Types, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (read 2026-09-24)
  35. Selling Guide B5-3.2-01, HomeStyle Renovation Mortgages, Fannie Mae (read 2026-09-24)
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  37. Charter School Frequently Asked Questions, The School District of Lee County (read 2026-09-24)
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  41. About LCEC, LCEC (read 2026-09-24)

Last reviewed: 2026-09-24. Descriptions cover places and amenities, not the people who live there. We are committed to the Fair Housing Act.