Serving 323 students in grades 7-12, North Nicholas 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 20% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Nicholas High School's student population of 323 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Nicholas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Nicholas High School is 0.58, 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
#2789 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Nicholas High School's ranking?
North Nicholas High School is ranked #2789 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Nicholas High School often compared to?
North Nicholas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fort Myers High School, Cape Coral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Nicholas High School?
The graduation rate of North Nicholas High School is 20%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Nicholas High School?
323 students attend North Nicholas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Nicholas High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does North Nicholas High School offer ?
North Nicholas High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Nicholas High School part of?
North Nicholas High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Nicholas High School located?
North Nicholas High School is located in the Hancock neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Hancock.
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