For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,029 students in 34983, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34983, FL are Rivers Edge Elementary School, Floresta Elementary School and Parkway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34983 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34983, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34983, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rivers Edge Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5600 Ne Saint James Dr
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 785-5600
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 785-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Floresta Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Se Floresta Dr
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4755
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4755
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Nw Selvitz Rd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4800
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Northport K-8 School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 Nw Floresta Dr
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4700
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 340-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Southern Oaks Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Ne Saint James Dr
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 785-5640
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
(772) 785-5640
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34983, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34983, FL include Rivers Edge Elementary School, Floresta Elementary School and Parkway Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34983?
5 public elementary schools are located in 34983.
What is the racial composition of students in 34983?
34983 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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