Serving 1,492 students in grades Kindergarten-8, St. Lucie West K-8 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 49% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Lucie West K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
St. Lucie West K-8 School's student population of 1,492 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Lucie West K-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Lucie West K-8 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
#1469 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
26%
21%
White
29%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Lucie West K-8 School's ranking?
St. Lucie West K-8 School is ranked #1469 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are St. Lucie West K-8 School often compared to?
St. Lucie West K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Gate K-8 School, Manatee K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend St. Lucie West K-8 School?
1,492 students attend St. Lucie West K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of St. Lucie West K-8 School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Lucie West K-8 School?
St. Lucie West K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does St. Lucie West K-8 School offer ?
St. Lucie West K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is St. Lucie West K-8 School part of?
St. Lucie West K-8 School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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