Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mariposa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mariposa Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Port Saint Lucie, FL, encompassing approximately 687.8 square miles. This area includes a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 32 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mariposa Elementary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mariposa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mariposa Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1467 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
29%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariposa Elementary School's ranking?
Mariposa Elementary School is ranked #1467 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mariposa Elementary School often compared to?
Mariposa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School, Village Green Environmental Studies School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mariposa Elementary School?
792 students attend Mariposa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mariposa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariposa Elementary School?
Mariposa Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mariposa Elementary School offer ?
Mariposa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mariposa Elementary School part of?
Mariposa Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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