Below Average
#3346 of 3,778 schools in FL
Forest Grove Middle School
Middle School · ST. LUCIE
3201 S 25TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,346 of 3,778
In Fort Pierce
#19 of 20
public schools
In district
#43 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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Forest Grove Middle School
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About Forest Grove Middle School
Forest Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Forest Grove Middle School serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Forest Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,346 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Forest Grove Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Forest Grove Middle 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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Forest Grove Middle School — Students at Forest Grove Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Forest Grove Middle School Compares
See how Forest Grove Middle School 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
3201 S 25TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAMUEL S. GAINES ACADEMY OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INDEPENDENCE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34981 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,052
Median Home Value
$369,100
Median Rent
$1,402/mo
Population
6,167
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
58.5%
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Grove Middle School
What grades does Forest Grove Middle School serve?
Forest Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Grove Middle School?
Forest Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Grove Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Grove Middle School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Grove Middle School rank in FL?
Forest Grove Middle School ranks #3,346 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Forest Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Forest Grove Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Grove Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Grove Middle School a charter school?
No, Forest Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Grove Middle School a Title I school?
No, Forest Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Grove Middle School?
72.0% of students at Forest Grove Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.1%
- Phone
- (772) 468-5885
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #43 of 47
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