For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 7,917 students in 34986, FL.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 34986 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34986, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34986, FL Public Middle 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: 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
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 middle schools in 34986, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34986, FL include Somerset College Preparatory Academy, West Gate K-8 School and Manatee Academy K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 34986?
7 public middle schools are located in 34986.
What is the racial composition of students in 34986?
34986 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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