Serving 1,793 students in grades 9-12, Port St. Lucie High 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 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port St. Lucie High School serves the southeastern part of Port Saint Lucie, covering an attendance area of approximately 81.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port St. Lucie High School's student population of 1,793 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,793 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1989
School Rankings
Port St. Lucie High 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 Port St. Lucie High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#3126 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port St. Lucie High School's ranking?
Port St. Lucie High School is ranked #3126 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Port St. Lucie High School often compared to?
Port St. Lucie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treasure Coast High School, St. Lucie West Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port St. Lucie High School?
The graduation rate of Port St. Lucie High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Port St. Lucie High School?
1,793 students attend Port St. Lucie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Port St. Lucie High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port St. Lucie High School?
Port St. Lucie High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port St. Lucie High School offer ?
Port St. Lucie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port St. Lucie High School part of?
Port St. Lucie High School is part of St. Lucie School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school suffers as a D school because of its total lack of effective leadership. Quality teachers are forced out in favor of manipulating standardized test scores. Teachers are told to not give a grade below 50 and then given poor evaluations (punished) if they do not give out enough A's. Students and parents alike have learned to manipulate this system to receive grades they did not earn.
2 10/10/2025
kids spend more time in ISS than in classroom. waste of taxpayer money.
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school, not to clean but really good for students.
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