For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 11,358 students in 34986, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 817 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 34986, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34986, FL are Somerset College Preparatory Academy, West Gate K-8 School and Manatee Academy K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34986 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34986, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34986, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 Nw California Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 343-7028
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 343-7028
Gr: 6-12 | 1,463 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
West Gate K-8 School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1050 Nw Cashmere Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 807-7600
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 807-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Manatee Academy K-8
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1450 Sw Heatherwood Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 340-4745
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 340-4745
Gr: K-8 | 1,700 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Renaissance Charter School Of St. Lucie
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Nw Cashmere Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 344-5982
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 344-5982
Gr: PK-8 | 1,413 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
St. Lucie West K-8 School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 Sw Cashmere Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 785-6630
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 785-6630
Gr: K-8 | 1,662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Somerset Academy Bethany
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Sw Bethany Dr
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 301-1716
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 301-1716
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
St. Lucie West Centennial High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1485 Sw Cashmere Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 344-4400
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 344-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,914 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Homebound Program
Special Education School
9461 Brandywine Ln
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-4570
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-4570
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
9461 Brandywine Lane
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-3600
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-3600
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Somerset Career Academy
Vocational School
Charter School
Charter School
725 Nw California Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 301-1711
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 301-1711
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34986, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34986, FL include Somerset College Preparatory Academy, West Gate K-8 School and Manatee Academy K-8.
How many public schools are located in 34986?
10 public schools are located in 34986.
What percentage of students in 34986 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 34986 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34986?
34986 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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