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Port St. Lucie High School

High School · ST. LUCIE

1201 SE JAGUAR LN, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Enrollment

1,811

Student-Teacher

24.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,121 of 3,778

In Port St. Lucie

#16 of 25

public schools

In district

#21 of 47

ST. LUCIE

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Port St. Lucie High School

6.0/10

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About Port St. Lucie High School

Port St. Lucie High School is a public high school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST.

LUCIE. Port St. Lucie High School serves approximately 1,811 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Port St. Lucie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,121 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Port St.

Lucie High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Port St. Lucie High School 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.

Port St. Lucie High School runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

51% of students at Port St. Lucie High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 FAST)
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation2.7%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,177
Chronic Absenteeism50.5%

Port St. Lucie High School — Students at Port St. Lucie High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.7% (2024 FAST)

Based on 27 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
59%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2013
ELA
41%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
43%
2024
ELA
47%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Port St. Lucie High School Compares

See how Port St. Lucie High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in FL
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
22
9 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
2.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·75 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
9 boys'·13 girls'·29 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1201 SE JAGUAR LN, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port St. Lucie High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLUB MED ACADEMIES (rated 7.1/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JENSEN BEACH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Jensen Beach), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLAGE GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 1.1 mi 4.7
I AM ACADEMY Port St. Lucie 1.8 mi
THE PURE ACADEMY Port St.lucie 2.0 mi 6.0
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.3 mi 8.5
MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie 2.4 mi 5.9
MARIPOSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.6 mi 6.8
SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.8 mi 6.4
FLORESTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.7 mi 6.1
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.9 mi 6.8
SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 3.4 mi 6.4
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 3.7 mi 7.0
ACCELERATION ACADEMY Port St. Lucie 4.2 mi 3.2
JENSEN BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Jensen Beach 4.6 mi 6.1
CLUB MED ACADEMIES Port St. Lucie 4.6 mi 7.1
NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 4.5 mi 6.7
SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Pierce 5.1 mi 7.1
WOODLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Port St. Lucie 4.9 mi 5.5
BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 5.1 mi 7.5
FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart 5.7 mi 7.6
WEATHERBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 5.7 mi 4.1

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port St. Lucie High School

What grades does Port St. Lucie High School serve?

Port St. Lucie High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Port St. Lucie High School?

Port St. Lucie High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,811 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port St. Lucie High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Port St. Lucie High School is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port St. Lucie High School rank in FL?

Port St. Lucie High School ranks #2,121 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Port St. Lucie High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Port St. Lucie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Port St. Lucie High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port St. Lucie High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Port St. Lucie High School a charter school?

No, Port St. Lucie High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port St. Lucie High School a Title I school?

No, Port St. Lucie High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port St. Lucie High School?

56.6% of students at Port St. Lucie High 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,811
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
St. Lucie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.5%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

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

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