Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weatherbee 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 86% 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: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weatherbee Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fort Pierce, FL, covering approximately 687.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging around 15 miles and reaching up to 25.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weatherbee Elementary School's student population of 726 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.”
School Rankings
Weatherbee 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 Weatherbee Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2948 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weatherbee Elementary School's ranking?
Weatherbee Elementary School is ranked #2948 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Weatherbee Elementary School often compared to?
Weatherbee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Weatherbee Elementary School?
726 students attend Weatherbee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Weatherbee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weatherbee Elementary School?
Weatherbee Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weatherbee Elementary School offer ?
Weatherbee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weatherbee Elementary School part of?
Weatherbee Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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