Best Schools in Port St. Lucie, Florida
37 schools · 23 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 7 Other
Choosing a school in Port St. Lucie?
Use this page to compare every school in Port St. Lucie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Morningside Elementary School
Elementary · St. Lucie. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mariposa Elementary School
Elementary · St. Lucie. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Parkway Elementary School
Elementary · St. Lucie. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Port St. Lucie for 2026 are Morningside Elementary School (8.1/10), Mariposa Elementary School (8.0/10), and Parkway Elementary School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 25 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
37
27 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$330,950
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
37
27 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$330,950
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Port St. Lucie schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Port St. Lucie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 25 rated schools; 37 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morningside Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Mariposa Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Parkway Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Windmill Point Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Renaissance Charter School of St. Lucie | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Allapattah Flats K-8 | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Southport Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Floresta Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Bayshore Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Manatee Academy K-8 | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $76,518
- Median home value
- $330,950
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
34% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port St. Lucie compares
Florida rank
#146 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
102% of Florida median
Schools in this city
35
St. Lucie runs Port St. Lucie's public schools
27 public schools. St. Lucie is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Port St. Lucie is a St. Lucie school (26 of 27).
Among 25 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Port St. Lucie, not a citywide average.
4 of the 27 public schools are charters (15%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- St. Lucie26 public · 96%
- Fau Lab Sch1 public · 4%
About Schools in Port St. Lucie, Florida
Port St. Lucie's public school system covers 25 ranked schools with an average score of 6.2 out of 10 — a solid middle-tier performance for a fast-growing mid-size Florida city. The range is wide: 10 schools, or 40% of the total, score 7 or above, giving families a real choice among higher-performing options. The system skews toward elementary strength, with the top five ranked schools all at that level.
Morningside Elementary leads the city at 8.8 out of 10, the highest score among all 25 ranked schools. Rivers Edge Elementary (8.5) and the FAU/SLCSD Palm Pointe Educational Research School at Tradition (8.4) follow closely — Palm Pointe's university partnership with Florida Atlantic University makes it a notable option for families who prioritize research-based instruction. Savanna Ridge Elementary (8.1) and Windmill Point Elementary (7.7) round out the top five, all clearing the 7-point threshold that places a school in Port St. Lucie's upper tier.
The concentration of strong performers at the elementary level is worth noting for parents with younger children — the foundation years have clear high-quality options. Families with middle- or high-schoolers will need to look more closely at individual school scores, since the data shows more variability outside the elementary tier. The city's 6.2 average also reflects a meaningful number of schools below the 7-point mark, so school selection within Port St. Lucie matters more than treating the district as uniform.
Practically, parents should anchor their search around the 10 schools scoring 7 or above and check attendance boundaries early — Port St. Lucie's rapid residential growth means newer neighborhoods may feed schools with shorter track records. The Tradition area in particular has seen significant school development, and Palm Pointe's research-school model draws applicants citywide, so enrollment processes may differ from a standard neighborhood assignment. Start with Morningside and Rivers Edge as benchmarks, then work outward based on your address and grade level.
Elementary Schools
23 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 667 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 756 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 545 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 4 | 1,058 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 1,415 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 1,312 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 651 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 8 | 871 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 9 | 1,723 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.4 |
| 10 | 1,704 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.3 |
Show all 23 elementary schools in Port St. Lucie
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 866 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 907 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,811 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 3,114 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 364 students · 8th–12th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 2,702 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
| 5 | 24 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Private Schools6 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 95 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 95 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Morningside AcademyPrivate 690 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Calvary Christian AcademyPrivate 401 students · Pre-K–10th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Christ Lutheran SchoolPrivate 123 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Altitude AcademiesPrivate 136 students · 4th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Port St. Lucie
Port St. Lucie, Florida · 37 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 6 ZIP codes
Median Income
$76,518
Median Home Value
$330,950
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
238,962
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Port St. Lucie has a median household income of $76,518. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $330,950, with a median rent of $1,793/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 23
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 7
Resources
School Districts (2)
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Port St. Lucie, Florida
How many schools are in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
Port St. Lucie has 37 schools, including 27 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port St. Lucie is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Port St. Lucie on MySchoolScout is Morningside Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port St. Lucie on MySchoolScout is Morningside Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Port St. Lucie on MySchoolScout is Southport Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Port St. Lucie on MySchoolScout is Port St. Lucie High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Port St. Lucie, Florida?
Port St. Lucie is served by 2 school districts: St. Lucie, Fau Lab Sch.
What is the education level in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Port St. Lucie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The median household income in Port St. Lucie is approximately $76,518 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
Yes, Port St. Lucie has 10 private schools alongside 27 public schools. The top-rated private school is Grace Christian Academy of St Lucie County, Inc with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port St. Lucie is 18.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port St. Lucie, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.