Needs Improvement
#3598 of 3,778 schools in FL
Southern Oaks Middle School
Middle School · ST. LUCIE
5500 NE SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,598 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#24 of 25
public schools
In district
#46 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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Southern Oaks Middle School
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About Southern Oaks Middle School
Southern Oaks Middle School is a public middle school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
Southern Oaks Middle School serves approximately 907 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Oaks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,598 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Southern Oaks Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Southern Oaks Middle School runs 22.7:1 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.
45% of students at Southern Oaks Middle 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
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Southern Oaks Middle School — Students at Southern Oaks Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66%
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: 3.2/10.
How Southern Oaks Middle School Compares
See how Southern Oaks Middle School 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
5500 NE SAINT JAMES DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Oaks Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOMERSET COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Port Saint Lucie), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierce), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST GATE K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood 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 Southern Oaks Middle School
What grades does Southern Oaks Middle School serve?
Southern Oaks Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Southern Oaks Middle School?
Southern Oaks Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 907 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Oaks Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Oaks Middle School is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southern Oaks Middle School rank in FL?
Southern Oaks Middle School ranks #3,598 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southern Oaks Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Oaks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Southern Oaks Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southern Oaks Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southern Oaks Middle School a charter school?
No, Southern Oaks Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southern Oaks Middle School a Title I school?
No, Southern Oaks Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Oaks Middle School?
66.0% of students at Southern Oaks Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 907
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (772) 785-5640
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #46 of 47
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