Average
#1543 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 41% in state
Mariposa Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
2620 SE MARIPOSA AVE, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,543 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#9 of 25
public schools
In district
#12 of 47
ST. LUCIE
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Mariposa Elementary School
Elementary School in Port St. Lucie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mariposa Elementary School
Mariposa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
Mariposa Elementary School serves approximately 756 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mariposa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,543 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Mariposa Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Mariposa Elementary School — Students at Mariposa Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
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: 7.1/10.
How Mariposa Elementary School Compares
See how Mariposa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2620 SE MARIPOSA AVE, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mariposa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Jensen Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Stuart), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PURE ACADEMY Port St.lucie | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| VILLAGE GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| I AM ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 1.8 mi | — |
| JENSEN BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Jensen Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PORT ST. LUCIE HIGH SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CLUB MED ACADEMIES Port St. Lucie | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jensen Beach | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| FLORESTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ACCELERATION ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
| THE OAKS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Stuart | 5.2 mi | — |
| STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuart | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SPECTRUM ACADEMY Stuart | 5.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| J. D. PARKER SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Stuart | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuart | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,123
Median Home Value
$242,100
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
41,679
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
51
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| ANTIOCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crestview, FL | 6.8 |
| BAY LAKE ELEMENTARY Windermere, FL | 6.8 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER North Miami, FL | 6.8 |
| CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6.8 |
| DELTONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Hill, FL | 6.8 |
| EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oviedo, FL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mariposa Elementary School
What grades does Mariposa Elementary School serve?
Mariposa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mariposa Elementary School?
Mariposa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 756 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mariposa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mariposa Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mariposa Elementary School rank in FL?
Mariposa Elementary School ranks #1,543 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mariposa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mariposa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Mariposa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mariposa Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mariposa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mariposa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mariposa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mariposa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mariposa Elementary School?
63.2% of students at Mariposa 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
- 756
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.8%
- Phone
- (772) 337-5960
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #12 of 47
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