Excellent
#530 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 14% in state
Somerset Academy St. Lucie
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
4402 SW YAMADA DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#530 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#4 of 25
public schools
In district
#5 of 47
ST. LUCIE
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Somerset Academy St. Lucie
Somerset Academy St. Lucie is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST.
LUCIE. Somerset Academy St. Lucie serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Somerset Academy St. Lucie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Somerset Academy St.
Lucie show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Somerset Academy St. Lucie is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Somerset Academy St. Lucie — Students at Somerset Academy St. Lucie score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Somerset Academy St. Lucie Compares
See how Somerset Academy St. Lucie 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
4402 SW YAMADA DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerset Academy St. Lucie may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAU/SLCSD PALM POINTE EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH SCHOOL @ TRADITI (rated 8.9/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY (rated 8.5/10, 6.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Palm City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINDMILL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| TREASURE COAST HIGH SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| IVY LEAGUE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| DALTON LEARNING CENTER INC. Port St. Lucie | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| OAK HAMMOCK K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ACCELERATION ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 4.6 mi | 3.2 |
| CLUB MED ACADEMIES Port St. Lucie | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY Palm City | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| FAU/SLCSD PALM POINTE EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH SCHOOL @ TRADITI Port St. Lucie | 5.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ST. LUCIE WEST CENTENNIAL HIGH Port St. Lucie | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MANATEE ACADEMY K-8 Port St. Lucie | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FLORESTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie | 6.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 6.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SUNLIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HIDDEN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm City | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY Port St. Lucie | 6.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,028
Median Home Value
$326,800
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
82,469
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
85.4%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somerset Academy St. Lucie
What grades does Somerset Academy St. Lucie serve?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
The student-teacher ratio at Somerset Academy St. Lucie 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 Somerset Academy St. Lucie rank in FL?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie ranks #530 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Somerset Academy St. Lucie's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset Academy St. Lucie has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Somerset Academy St. Lucie a charter school?
Yes, Somerset Academy St. Lucie is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Somerset Academy St. Lucie a Title I school?
No, Somerset Academy St. Lucie is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
46.5% of students at Somerset Academy St. Lucie 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 669
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (772) 237-8600
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #5 of 47
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