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Lawnwood Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. LUCIE

1900 S 23RD ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Enrollment

783

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,422 of 3,778

In Fort Pierce

#8 of 20

public schools

In district

#26 of 47

ST. LUCIE

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lawnwood Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Fort Pierce · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lawnwood Elementary School

Lawnwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Lawnwood Elementary School serves approximately 783 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Lawnwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,422 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Lawnwood Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Lawnwood 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,177
Chronic Absenteeism31.8%

Lawnwood Elementary School — Students at Lawnwood Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2013
ELA
45%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
43.5%
ELA
33.4%
2024
Math
68.5%
ELA
39%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Lawnwood Elementary School Compares

See how Lawnwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in FL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1900 S 23RD ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawnwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 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, CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 0.6 mi 5.8
LOVING CARE YOUNG ACHIEVERS CLUB Fort Pierce 0.6 mi 6.4
ST JAMES ACADEMY Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 6.1
FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 9.0
DAN MCCARTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 5.0
ST. LUCIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 4.2
DALE CASSENS EDUCATION COMPLEX Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 4.8
SUNRISE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 0.8 mi 5.6
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS TREASURE COAST Fort Pierce 1.0 mi 5.3
PERFORMANCE BASED PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.1 mi 5.8
CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE Fort Pierce 1.3 mi 8.3
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 4.2
SYNERGY SCHOOL OF TOMORROW INC Fort Pierce 1.7 mi 5.3
FLORIDA STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.7 mi 5.9
CHESTER A. MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.0 mi 6.3
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.9 mi 7.1
LINCOLN PARK ACADEMY Fort Pierce 2.1 mi 5.8
JES MEMORIAL SDA SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.3 mi 5.2
SAMUEL S. GAINES ACADEMY OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES Fort Pierce 2.2 mi 8.7
ST. LUCIE DETENTION CENTER Fort Pierce 2.4 mi 5.4

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawnwood Elementary School

What grades does Lawnwood Elementary School serve?

Lawnwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lawnwood Elementary School?

Lawnwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawnwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lawnwood Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lawnwood Elementary School rank in FL?

Lawnwood Elementary School ranks #2,422 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Lawnwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawnwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Lawnwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawnwood Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lawnwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lawnwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lawnwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lawnwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawnwood Elementary School?

86.5% of students at Lawnwood 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Lucie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

District

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

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