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#3065 of 3,778 schools in FL

White City Elementary School

Elementary School · ST. LUCIE

905 W 2ND ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,065 of 3,778

In Fort Pierce

#14 of 20

public schools

In district

#35 of 47

ST. LUCIE

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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White City Elementary School

4.7/10

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

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About White City Elementary School

White City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Pierce, FL, part of ST. LUCIE. White City Elementary School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio.

White City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,065 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for White City Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at White City 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,177
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

White City Elementary School — Students at White City Elementary School score 44% 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

83.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 35.5% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
42%
2013
ELA
33%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
41.2%
ELA
32.3%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
35%

* 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 White City Elementary School Compares

See how White City Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in FL
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Location

905 W 2ND ST, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Port St. Lucie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.4 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 mi
School Distance Rating
SUN GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Pierce 0.6 mi 7.1
RIVERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 1.2 mi 6.8
WEATHERBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.4 mi 4.1
SOUTHERN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 1.4 mi 3.6
ST. LUCIE DETENTION CENTER Fort Pierce 1.6 mi 5.4
FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Fort Pierce 1.7 mi 4.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie 1.6 mi 6.3
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Pierce 1.7 mi 6.3
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.1 mi 7.0
WOODLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTH Port St. Lucie 2.2 mi 5.5
DATA HOUSE Fort Pierce 2.1 mi
SAVANNA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.3 mi 6.4
FOREST GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Pierce 2.6 mi 4.2
PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 2.7 mi 4.4
SYNERGY SCHOOL OF TOMORROW INC Fort Pierce 3.1 mi 5.3
FLORIDA STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Pierce 3.1 mi 5.9
SUNRISE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 3.4 mi 5.6
NORTHPORT K-8 SCHOOL Port St. Lucie 3.4 mi 6.7
ST JAMES ACADEMY Fort Pierce 3.5 mi 6.1
FAITH UNITED SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Pierce 3.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood 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 White City Elementary School

What grades does White City Elementary School serve?

White City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend White City Elementary School?

White City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White City Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at White City Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White City Elementary School rank in FL?

White City Elementary School ranks #3,065 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is White City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

White City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 White City Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White City Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is White City Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is White City Elementary School a Title I school?

No, White City Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White City Elementary School?

83.9% of students at White City 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Lucie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

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

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