Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Floresta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Floresta Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Port Saint Lucie, FL, covering approximately 687.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.8 miles and the furthest edge located 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Floresta Elementary School's student population of 659 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Floresta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floresta Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1868 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
29%
21%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floresta Elementary School's ranking?
Floresta Elementary School is ranked #1868 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Floresta Elementary School often compared to?
Floresta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Floresta Elementary School?
659 students attend Floresta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Floresta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floresta Elementary School?
Floresta Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Floresta Elementary School offer ?
Floresta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Floresta Elementary School part of?
Floresta Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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