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#1544 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 41% in state

Rivers Edge Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. LUCIE

5600 NE SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983

Enrollment

747

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,544 of 3,778

In Port St. Lucie

#10 of 25

public schools

In district

#13 of 47

ST. LUCIE

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Rivers Edge Elementary School

6.8/10

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 Rivers Edge Elementary School

Rivers Edge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.

Rivers Edge Elementary School serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rivers Edge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,544 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Rivers Edge Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.2% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,177
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Rivers Edge Elementary School — Students at Rivers Edge Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (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
79%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2013
ELA
61%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
55.1%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
75.3%
ELA
56.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Rivers Edge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in FL
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

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

5600 NE SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rivers Edge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierce), with a very similar rating. Another option is WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHERN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 0.3 mi 3.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie 0.5 mi 6.3
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.1 mi 6.3
SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.1 mi 7.1
WHITE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.2 mi 4.7
WOODLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Port St. Lucie 1.3 mi 5.5
PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 1.5 mi 4.4
DATA HOUSE Fort Pierce 1.8 mi
FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.0 mi 4.6
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.0 mi 7.0
ST. LUCIE DETENTION CENTER Fort Pierce 2.4 mi 5.4
WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.3 mi 7.0
SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.4 mi 6.4
NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.6 mi 6.7
WEATHERBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.6 mi 4.1
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 3.1 mi 4.2
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL OF ST. LUCIE Port St. Lucie 3.2 mi 6.2
JES MEMORIAL SDA SCHOOL Fort Pierce 3.4 mi 5.2
SOMERSET COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Port Saint Lucie 3.4 mi 7.7
INDEPENDENCE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce 3.9 mi 6.5

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rivers Edge Elementary School

What grades does Rivers Edge Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Rivers Edge Elementary School?

Rivers Edge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rivers Edge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rivers Edge Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rivers Edge Elementary School rank in FL?

Rivers Edge Elementary School ranks #1,544 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Rivers Edge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rivers Edge 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 Rivers Edge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rivers Edge Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rivers Edge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rivers Edge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

63.9% of students at Rivers Edge 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
St. Lucie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

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

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