For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,639 students in 34981, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 429 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 34981, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34981, FL are Independence Classical Academy, Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast and Forest Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34981 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34981, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34981, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2902 S Jenkins Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Gr: K-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3651 Virginia Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Forest Grove Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3201 S 25th St
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5885
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5885
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Fort Pierce Central High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4101 S 25th St
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5888
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5888
Gr: 9-12 | 3,178 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Data House
Alternative School
4590 Selvitz Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 467-4020
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 467-4020
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34981, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34981, FL include Independence Classical Academy, Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast and Forest Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34981?
5 public schools are located in 34981.
What percentage of students in 34981 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 34981 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34981?
34981 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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