CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — Charlotte County Public Schools achieves a graduation rate of 91.6% for the 2024–2025 school year, the highest in district history and an increase of 4.6% from the 2023–2024 school year. The record rate highlights the district’s focus on helping students succeed in school and ensuring they leave high school with a plan for what comes next.

District leaders emphasize that graduation is a milestone, not the end goal. The district remains focused on preparing every student for life after high school, whether that be enrollment, employment, or enlistment. 

“A diploma is important, but it is only part of the story,” Superintendent Mark Vianello said. “Our Portrait of a Graduate ensures every student leaves with a plan, a clear direction, and an understanding of the opportunities ahead.”

To support that work, the district continues to prioritize career and academic planning through tools such as the Charlotte County Public Schools Career Planning Guide, which helps students and families explore postsecondary options, such as career pathways, and the steps needed to reach their goals.

Throughout the school year, students receive guidance and support from teachers, counselors and staff to help them stay on track for graduation while also building a meaningful plan for the future. This includes access to advanced academic coursework, dual enrollment opportunities, career and technical education programs, industry certifications and individualized academic advising.

School Board Chair John LeClair said the graduation rate reflects both strong academic outcomes and a focus on long-term student success. “We are proud of this achievement, but even more proud of the work happening every day in our schools to help students prepare for what comes next,” LeClair said. “Our goal is not just to see students earn a diploma, but to see them leave our schools ready for their next step."

More information about graduation pathways and postsecondary planning resources, including the Career Planning Guide, is available at yourcharlotteschools.net/career-planning-guide.