Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rivers Edge 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 70% 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: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rivers Edge Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Port Saint Lucie, FL, encompassing approximately 687.8 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rivers Edge Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rivers Edge 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 Rivers Edge Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1381 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-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 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivers Edge Elementary School's ranking?
Rivers Edge Elementary School is ranked #1381 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rivers Edge Elementary School often compared to?
Rivers Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floresta Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rivers Edge Elementary School?
778 students attend Rivers Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rivers Edge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivers Edge Elementary School?
Rivers Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rivers Edge Elementary School offer ?
Rivers Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rivers Edge Elementary School part of?
Rivers Edge Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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