For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,297 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34982, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 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 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
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