For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 11,233 students in 34986, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 774 private students). 94% 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 52%), 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34986, FL Public Schools (2025)
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 | 1,387 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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 | 1,582 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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 | 1,723 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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 | 1,415 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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 | 1,663 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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 | 482 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Mosaic Digital Academy K-12
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9461 Brandywine Ln
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-5504
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-5504
Gr: K-12 | 255 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
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 | 2,702 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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
St. Lucie County Jail - Rock Road Academy
Alternative School
9461 Brandywine Ln
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 462-3450
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 462-3450
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
34986, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9461 Brandywine Ln
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-3913
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 429-3913
Gr: K-12
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?
11 public schools are located in 34986.
What percentage of students in 34986 go to public school?
94% 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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