For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 11,358 students in 34986, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 847 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 (2026-27)
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%
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?
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).
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
