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#2051 of 3,778 schools in FL
Floresta Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
1501 SE FLORESTA DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,051 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#15 of 25
public schools
In district
#20 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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About Floresta Elementary School
Floresta Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
Floresta Elementary School serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Floresta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,051 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Floresta Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Floresta Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Floresta Elementary School — Students at Floresta Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.8/10.
How Floresta Elementary School Compares
See how Floresta Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1501 SE FLORESTA DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Floresta Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IVY LEAGUE ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ACCELERATION ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| I AM ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 2.0 mi | — |
| MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| THE PURE ACADEMY Port St.lucie | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| VILLAGE GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PORT ST. LUCIE HIGH SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CLUB MED ACADEMIES Port St. Lucie | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Port St. Lucie | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| IVY LEAGUE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST CENTENNIAL HIGH Port St. Lucie | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| DALTON LEARNING CENTER INC. Port St. Lucie | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNLIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,787
Median Home Value
$293,500
Median Rent
$1,739/mo
Population
47,983
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
40.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREW A. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.1 |
| BEACHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach, FL | 6.1 |
| BONITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bonita Springs, FL | 6.1 |
| C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 6.1 |
| CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 6.1 |
| COCONUT PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar, FL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Floresta Elementary School
What grades does Floresta Elementary School serve?
Floresta Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Floresta Elementary School?
Floresta Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Floresta Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Floresta Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Floresta Elementary School rank in FL?
Floresta Elementary School ranks #2,051 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Floresta Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Floresta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Floresta Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Floresta Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Floresta Elementary School a charter school?
No, Floresta Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Floresta Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Floresta Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Floresta Elementary School?
62.4% of students at Floresta Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 651
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (772) 340-4755
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #20 of 47
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