Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Lucie Elementary 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Lucie Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Fort Pierce, FL, covering approximately 687.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 25.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Lucie Elementary School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Lucie Elementary 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 St. Lucie Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3387 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2024. Full 26-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 St. Lucie Elementary School's ranking?
St. Lucie Elementary School is ranked #3387 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are St. Lucie Elementary School often compared to?
St. Lucie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester A. Moore Elementary School, Lawnwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend St. Lucie Elementary School?
722 students attend St. Lucie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of St. Lucie Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Lucie Elementary School?
St. Lucie Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Lucie Elementary School offer ?
St. Lucie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Lucie Elementary School part of?
St. Lucie Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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