For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,043 students in 34947, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 34947, FL are Performance Based Preparatory Academy and Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 34947 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34947, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34947 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34947, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Performance Based Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2909 Delaware Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5194
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5194
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Panther Ln
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5400
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,956 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 34947, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 34947, FL include Performance Based Preparatory Academy and Fort Pierce Westwood Academy The W.e.s.t. Prep Magnet.
How many public high schools are located in 34947?
2 public high schools are located in 34947.
What is the racial composition of students in 34947?
34947 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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