Best 34950 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,983 students in 34950, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 815 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 34950, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34950, FL are Lincoln Park Academy, Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie and Frances K. Sweet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34950 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34950, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 34950, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Park Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1806 Avenue I
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5474
Gr: 6-12 | 1,667 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1100 Delaware Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 467-4278
Gr: K-8 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Frances K. Sweet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Avenue Q
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5330
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lawnwood Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 S 23rd St
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5740
Gr: PK-5 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
St. Lucie Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2020 S 13th St
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5213
Gr: PK-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Dan Mccarty Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 Mississippi Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Dale Cassens Education Complex
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1905 S 11th St
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 468-5190
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 34950, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34950, FL include Lincoln Park Academy, Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie and Frances K. Sweet Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34950?
7 public schools are located in 34950.
What percentage of students in 34950 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 34950 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34950?
34950 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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