Serving 1,727 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Oak Hammock K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Hammock K-8 School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Port Saint Lucie, FL, covering approximately 687.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 13.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 26.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Hammock K-8 School's student population of 1,727 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Hammock K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Hammock K-8 School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2547 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Hammock K-8 School's ranking?
Oak Hammock K-8 School is ranked #2547 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oak Hammock K-8 School often compared to?
Oak Hammock K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Lucie West K-8 School, Manatee Academy K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oak Hammock K-8 School?
1,727 students attend Oak Hammock K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Oak Hammock K-8 School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Hammock K-8 School?
Oak Hammock K-8 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Hammock K-8 School offer ?
Oak Hammock K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Hammock K-8 School part of?
Oak Hammock K-8 School is part of St. Lucie School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has declined in all academic areas since it opened . Not one area has seen an increase. No wonder why teachers are afraid of testing.
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