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#3344 of 3,778 schools in FL

St. Lucie Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. LUCIE

2020 S 13TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,344 of 3,778

In Fort Pierce

#17 of 20

public schools

In district

#41 of 47

ST. LUCIE

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St. Lucie Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Fort Pierce · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St. Lucie Elementary School

St. Lucie Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.

St. Lucie Elementary School serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Lucie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,344 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for St. Lucie Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at St. Lucie Elementary 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.9 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,177
Chronic Absenteeism54.4%

St. Lucie Elementary School — Students at St. Lucie Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 29.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2013
ELA
31%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
24.2%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
44.3%
ELA
29.3%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How St. Lucie Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in FL
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.4%

Location

2020 S 13TH ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Lucie Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTER A. MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DALE CASSENS EDUCATION COMPLEX Fort Pierce 0.2 mi 4.8
DAN MCCARTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.4 mi 5.0
ST JAMES ACADEMY Fort Pierce 0.4 mi 6.1
SUNRISE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 0.5 mi 5.6
LAWNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.7 mi 5.6
SYNERGY SCHOOL OF TOMORROW INC Fort Pierce 1.1 mi 5.3
FLORIDA STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.1 mi 5.9
FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 1.0 mi 5.8
CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE Fort Pierce 1.2 mi 8.3
LOVING CARE YOUNG ACHIEVERS CLUB Fort Pierce 1.2 mi 6.4
FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.3 mi 9.0
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 7.1
PERFORMANCE BASED PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 5.8
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.7 mi 4.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS TREASURE COAST Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 5.3
ST. LUCIE DETENTION CENTER Fort Pierce 2.2 mi 5.4
LINCOLN PARK ACADEMY Fort Pierce 2.3 mi 5.8
CHESTER A. MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.4 mi 6.3
FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.6 mi 4.6
FRANCES K. SWEET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,707

Median Home Value

$175,900

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

17,674

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

38.6%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Lucie Elementary School

What grades does St. Lucie Elementary School serve?

St. Lucie Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St. Lucie Elementary School?

St. Lucie Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. Lucie Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Lucie Elementary School rank in FL?

St. Lucie Elementary School ranks #3,344 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is St. Lucie Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Lucie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 St. Lucie Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Lucie Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is St. Lucie Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is St. Lucie Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

85.2% of students at St. Lucie 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Lucie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.4%

District

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

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