For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,275 students in 34982, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34982, FL are St. Lucie Detention Center, White City Elementary School and Weatherbee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34982 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34982, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34982, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Lucie Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Bell Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5194
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5194
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
White City Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
905 W 2nd St
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5840
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5840
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Weatherbee Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 E Weatherbee Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5300
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 468-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34982, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34982, FL include St. Lucie Detention Center, White City Elementary School and Weatherbee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34982?
3 public elementary schools are located in 34982.
What is the racial composition of students in 34982?
34982 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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