Fort Myers High School

What Fort Myers High School does

Fort Myers High School is a public high school located at 2635 Cortez Blvd., Fort Myers, Florida, operating under the School District of Lee County, which serves more than 100,000 students across the county and is the 8th-largest school district in Florida and 27th-largest in the United States. The school serves grades 9–12 students within its assigned attendance zone, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program, career and technical education through Career Academies, dual enrollment with Florida SouthWestern College, and a range of athletics, music, and extracurricular programs under the "Green Wave" brand.

The school's technology infrastructure relies on standard K-12 administrative platforms: Focus School Software for student records and the parent portal, Follett Destiny Discover for library/media resource management, GoFan for digital ticketing, SchoolCash for online fee payments, and Launchpad for student digital resources. The institution is staffed with school counselors, a college and career specialist, an IB coordinator, and athletic/activities directors, supported by administrative and teaching personnel (47 employees per firmographic data).

As a government entity, Fort Myers High School receives funding through the Lee County School District's budget, sourced from state and federal education appropriations and local property taxes; education is provided free to district-resident students. Commercial revenue is limited and ancillary, consisting primarily of yearbook sales (tiered $70–$100 per copy depending on purchase timing), participation in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Program via MySchoolBucks, and senior portrait services through partner CADY Studios. The school is not privately held, has no subsidiaries, and operates under the governance of the Lee County School Board.

Name

Fort Myers High School

Legal name

Fort Myers High School

Website

https://fmh.leeschools.net

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fort Myers High School is a public grades 9–12 school in Fort Myers, Florida, operated by the School District of Lee County, serving district-resident students with IB, career academy, dual enrollment, athletics, and arts programs funded primarily through public education appropriations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Public high school education
• Secondary education services
• College preparatory programs
• Career technical education
• Student support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Myers

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Yearbook Sales: School sells yearbooks to students and families at tiered pricing based on purchase timing. Revenue supports yearbook production costs and school programs.
2. Student Meal Programs: School participates in National School Lunch and Breakfast Program providing meals to students. Families can pay for meals through MySchoolBucks online platform.
3. Public Education Funding: As a public school, receives funding from Lee County School District budget which is funded through state/federal education funding, local property taxes, and other government education appropriations. Serves over 100,000 students district-wide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fort Myers High School is a public secondary school providing comprehensive high school education to students in grades 9-12, including college preparatory academics anchored by the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, Career and Technical Education academies, school counseling, athletics, performing arts, and dual enrollment with Florida SouthWestern State College. Ancillary fee-based offerings include an annual yearbook and student meal services. The school is publicly funded and free to district residents.

Product overview

Fort Myers High School is a public high school offering a comprehensive educational program with multiple academic and extracurricular offerings. The school provides an International Baccalaureate (IB) Program as its primary academic distinction, alongside Career and Technical Education programs through Career Academies. Student support services include School Counseling, a Media Center with digital resources, and Dual Enrollment opportunities with Florida SouthWestern State College. Extracurricular offerings include Athletics programs and the Green Wave Music program, along with yearbook publication services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green Wave: The mascot and spirit name for Fort Myers High School athletics and activities

Products and services

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Program An internationally recognized pre-university program offering rigorous academic curriculum across six subject groups, designed to prepare students for higher education. Available to students in grades 9-12 at Fort Myers High School.
• Career Academies Career and Technical Education programs providing students with specialized training and skills in various career pathways. Open to Fort Myers High School students seeking workforce preparation alongside academic study.
• Athletics Programs Competitive sports programs including various athletic teams for students to participate in, including ticketing via GoFan digital platform.
• School Counseling Services Academic advising, college preparation, career guidance, and social-emotional support services for students. Includes a dedicated College & Career Specialist.
• Media Center Library and learning resource center providing access to books, digital resources, and research materials through Follett Destiny Discover.
• Dual Enrollment with Florida SouthWestern State College Program allowing qualified students to earn college credits while in high school through partnership with Florida SouthWestern State College, including PERT placement testing.
• School Yearbook Annual school yearbook documenting student life, activities, and memories throughout the school year. Sold at tiered pricing: $70 during Open House/First Week; $80 First Quarter; $90 Second Semester; $100 after May 1st (cash only).
• Green Wave Music Program Music program including band, dance, and color guard performing arts offerings, supported by the Greenwave Band Boosters parent organization.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Florida SouthWestern CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing qualified students to earn college credits while attending high school. Students can take courses at Florida SouthWestern College's Lee Campus. School counseling department provides PERT placement testing information and dual enrollment packet materials.
• Lee County School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFort Myers High School is part of Lee County School District, the 8th largest district in Florida serving over 100,000 students. District provides administrative, financial, curriculum, and operational support. School follows district policies and participates in district-wide programs including Focus student information system, transportation services, and food and nutrition services.
• CADY StudiosminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides senior portrait photography services for yearbook. Students must be photographed by CADY to be included in the yearbook. Offers various session types including 3D built-in scenes and additional grad announcement services.
• JostensminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYearbook publisher and supplier. Families can purchase yearbooks and extras through Jostens.com by searching for Fort Myers High School.
• Academic Booster ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-profit parent organization that bridges funding gaps between county/state education funding and resources needed to maintain school's educational standards. Provides additional financial support for curricular resources and professional staff development.
• Greenwave Band BoostersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParent support organization for the school's music programs including band, dance, and color guard. Provides financial support and volunteer efforts to support performing arts programs.
• Athletic Booster ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParent organization supporting student athletics at Fort Myers High School. Provides volunteers, funds for equipment, training, and facilities to help student athletes achieve their potential. Website: GreenWaveBoosters.club

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Island Coast High School: Lee County public high school serving the Cape Coral area, with identical governance, technology, and program structure to Fort Myers High School.
• Estero High School: Public high school in the Lee County district serving the rapidly growing Estero/Bonita Springs area. Direct peer in governance, demographics, and program structure.
• South Fort Myers High School: Public high school within Lee County Schools serving the south Fort Myers area. Same governance, funding, and program offerings framework; competes for the same district-wide student pool.
• Dunbar High School: Public high school in the Lee County district serving the Fort Myers Dunbar neighborhood. Same operating model, same funding structure, and competes in the same school choice lottery environment.
• Ida S. Baker High School: Public high school in Lee County, Cape Coral, sharing the same district policies, funding model, and student enrollment pool as Fort Myers High School.
• Riverdale High School: Lee County public high school serving the Alva/Fort Myers corridor. Operates under the same district policies, competes for the same student population, and offers a comparable mix of academics, athletics, and CTE.
• Cypress Lake High School: Public high school in the same Lee County district serving the Fort Myers/Cypress Lake area. Operates under identical district policies, technology stack, and funding model, making it one of the closest possible comparables.
• Lehigh Senior High School: Public high school in Lee County serving the Lehigh Acres area. Directly comparable in scale, governance, and program mix; shares the same district-level curriculum, technology, and athletics framework.
• Cape Coral High School: Another traditional public high school within the Lee County School District, serving grades 9-12 in Cape Coral. Directly comparable in governance, funding, and program structure, and competes for students through the same district-wide school choice lottery system.
• North Fort Myers High School: Public high school in the Lee County district, serving the North Fort Myers/Cape Coral corridor. Identical operating model, customer base, and district-level constraints as Fort Myers High School.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FortMyersHS
• Facebookfacebook.com/FMGreenwave
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/fort-myers-high-school

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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