| Metric | St. Lucie County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 45,661 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 52 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,361/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 29th percentile → 3/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About St. Lucie County School District
St. Lucie County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 34984 in St. Lucie, Florida. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 34984. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
St. Lucie County School District spent $10,361 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), roughly in line with Florida’s statewide $10,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 3,388 students, an estimated 93% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 52 schools serving approximately 45,661 students, St. Lucie County School District is a large district. Contact St. Lucie County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates St. Lucie County School District 4 out of 10 — below average among Florida public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
St. Lucie County School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Florida benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 34984
Children in zip code 34984 are assigned to St. Lucie County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 34984, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact St. Lucie County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in St. Lucie
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because St. Lucie County School District serves zip code 34984, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 34984. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support St. Lucie County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 34984.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Lucie County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 34984 data.