Below Average
#3098 of 3,778 schools in FL
St. Peter's Academy
Elementary School · INDIAN RIVER
4250 38TH AVE, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Enrollment
92
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
92
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,098 of 3,778
In Vero Beach
#18 of 20
public schools
In district
#26 of 28
INDIAN RIVER
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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St. Peter's Academy
Elementary School in Vero Beach · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. Peter's Academy
St. Peter's Academy is a public elementary school in Vero Beach, FL, part of INDIAN RIVER. St.
Peter's Academy serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. St. Peter's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,098 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for St. Peter's Academy show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 7.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, St. Peter's Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St. Peter's Academy 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.
42% of students at St. Peter's Academy 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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St. Peter's Academy — Students at St. Peter's Academy score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 3.5/10.
How St. Peter's Academy Compares
See how St. Peter's Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4250 38TH AVE, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Peter's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| IR PREP Vero Beach | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| STORM GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHARTER SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 5.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32967 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,875
Median Home Value
$394,800
Median Rent
$1,425/mo
Population
26,219
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
53.7
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| DT PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pensacola, FL | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Peter's Academy
What grades does St. Peter's Academy serve?
St. Peter's Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St. Peter's Academy?
St. Peter's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
How does St. Peter's Academy rank in FL?
St. Peter's Academy ranks #3,098 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is St. Peter's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Peter's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 St. Peter's Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Peter's Academy has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is St. Peter's Academy a charter school?
Yes, St. Peter's Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is St. Peter's Academy a Title I school?
No, St. Peter's Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Peter's Academy?
100.0% of students at St. Peter's Academy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Indian River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (772) 562-1963
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER- District Enrollment
- 16,950
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,843
- District Rank
- #26 of 28
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