Below Average
#3394 of 3,778 schools in FL
Weatherbee Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
800 E WEATHERBEE RD, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,394 of 3,778
In Fort Pierce
#20 of 20
public schools
In district
#45 of 47
ST. LUCIE
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Weatherbee Elementary School
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About Weatherbee Elementary School
Weatherbee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. Weatherbee Elementary School serves approximately 728 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Weatherbee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,394 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Weatherbee Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Weatherbee 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
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Weatherbee Elementary School — Students at Weatherbee Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
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: 3.1/10.
How Weatherbee Elementary School Compares
See how Weatherbee Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 E WEATHERBEE RD, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Weatherbee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Port St. Lucie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Port St. Lucie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierce, see our Fort Pierce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34982 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,025
Median Home Value
$228,300
Median Rent
$1,254/mo
Population
27,447
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Weatherbee Elementary School
What grades does Weatherbee Elementary School serve?
Weatherbee Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Weatherbee Elementary School?
Weatherbee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 728 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Weatherbee Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Weatherbee Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Weatherbee Elementary School rank in FL?
Weatherbee Elementary School ranks #3,394 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Weatherbee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Weatherbee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Weatherbee Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Weatherbee Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Weatherbee Elementary School a charter school?
No, Weatherbee Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Weatherbee Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Weatherbee Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weatherbee Elementary School?
79.8% of students at Weatherbee 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 728
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (772) 468-5300
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #45 of 47
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