Below Average
#3004 of 3,778 schools in FL
Dale Cassens Education Complex
School · ST. LUCIE
1905 S 11TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,004 of 3,778
In Fort Pierce
#13 of 20
public schools
In district
#34 of 47
ST. LUCIE
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Dale Cassens Education Complex
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About Dale Cassens Education Complex
Dale Cassens Education Complex is a public school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Dale Cassens Education Complex serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dale Cassens Education Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,004 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Dale Cassens Education Complex show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dale Cassens Education Complex sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Dale Cassens Education Complex sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dale Cassens Education Complex — Students at Dale Cassens Education Complex score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Dale Cassens Education Complex Compares
See how Dale Cassens Education Complex performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1905 S 11TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dale Cassens Education Complex may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOVING CARE YOUNG ACHIEVERS CLUB (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood 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
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| DAYTONA BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Daytona Beach, FL | 4.9 |
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| BROACH ZEPHYRHILLS Zephyrhills, FL | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dale Cassens Education Complex
What grades does Dale Cassens Education Complex serve?
Dale Cassens Education Complex serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Dale Cassens Education Complex?
Dale Cassens Education Complex has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dale Cassens Education Complex?
The student-teacher ratio at Dale Cassens Education Complex is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dale Cassens Education Complex rank in FL?
Dale Cassens Education Complex ranks #3,004 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dale Cassens Education Complex's MySchoolScout rating?
Dale Cassens Education Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dale Cassens Education Complex?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dale Cassens Education Complex has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dale Cassens Education Complex a charter school?
No, Dale Cassens Education Complex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dale Cassens Education Complex a Title I school?
No, Dale Cassens Education Complex is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dale Cassens Education Complex?
66.5% of students at Dale Cassens Education Complex 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Phone
- (772) 468-5190
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #34 of 47
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