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#204 of 3,777 schools in FL

Top 5% in state

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie

Elementary School · ST. LUCIE

1100 DELAWARE AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Fort Pierce

#2 of 20

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#193 of 2,196

In district

#3 of 47

ST. LUCIE

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie is a public elementary school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of the ST. LUCIE.

The school serves approximately 468 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.6th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 52% in reading/language arts, 1 points below the state average.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $32,707, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST) is a K-8 magnet school within St. Lucie Public Schools 1 . The school features a Black Box Theater, new arts classrooms, and upgraded facilities, with earlier school hours designed to accommodate extracurricular or community-based activities 1 . Academically, the school includes the Cambridge Primary program to develop pre-collegiate skills 1 . The curriculum follows the St. Lucie Curriculum, organized by a quarterly pacing guide known as the Scope and Sequence 1 . CAST offers various fine arts departments, including musical theatre, band, dance, visual arts, graphic design, and media arts 1 . The school hosts student performances throughout the year, some of which are archived on its YouTube channel 1 . Governance involves a School Advisory Council (SAC) that meets monthly to review the School Improvement Plan and a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) that raises funds for classroom materials and resources 1 .
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  1. schools.stlucie.k12.fl.us
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency45%
Math vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,031

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie — Students at Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.5%
School
State
55.3%
ELA Proficiency 51.6%
School
State
53.0%

Based on 16 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
58.5%
ELA
53.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Compares

See how Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in FL
Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has remained stable from 43% (2019) to 42% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 46% (2019) to 45% (2021).

Location

1100 DELAWARE AVE, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAWNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHESTER A. MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DAN MCCARTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.8 mi 6.3
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce 0.8 mi 7.1
DALE CASSENS EDUCATION COMPLEX Fort Pierce 1.0 mi 5.5
ST. LUCIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.2 mi 7.1
LINCOLN PARK ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.2 mi 5.9
LAWNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.3 mi 7.9
LOVING CARE YOUNG ACHIEVERS CLUB Fort Pierce 1.3 mi 6.4
PERFORMANCE BASED PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.3 mi 6.4
FRANCES K. SWEET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.5 mi 7.0
ST JAMES ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 6.1
SUNRISE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 5.6
CHESTER A. MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 7.2
FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.8 mi 9.0
FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 1.9 mi 5.8
SYNERGY SCHOOL OF TOMORROW INC Fort Pierce 2.1 mi 5.3
FLORIDA STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Pierce 2.1 mi 5.9
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS TREASURE COAST Fort Pierce 2.2 mi 5.8
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.8 mi 5.1
DESTINED FOR GREATNESS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Pierce 2.7 mi 4.9
FORT PIERCE WESTWOOD ACADEMY THE W.E.S.T. PREP MAGNET Fort Pierce 2.7 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,707

Median Home Value

$175,900

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

17,674

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

38.6%

Median Age

40.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie has a median household income of $32,707. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,900, with a median rent of $1,121/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie

What grades does Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie serve?

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie?

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie?

The student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie rank in FL?

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie is ranked #204 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie's MySchoolScout rating?

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie has 54.5% math proficiency and 51.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie a charter school?

No, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie a Title I school?

No, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie?

65.0% of students at Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Lucie County
Phone
(772) 467-4278
Data Year
2023–2024

Resources & Links

School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

District

ST. LUCIE
District Enrollment
46,987
Schools in District
53
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,177
District Rank
#3 of 47

Other Schools in This District

FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.0 MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9 RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4 SAMUEL S. GAINES ACADEMY OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES 8.4 SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23FL FAST2023-24NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023School websiteSynced May 2026MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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