Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Somerset Academy St. Lucie ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Academy St. Lucie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Somerset Academy St. Lucie's student population of 687 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset Academy St. Lucie ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy St. Lucie is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
38%
Black
26%
21%
White
31%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy St. Lucie's ranking?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie is ranked #1524 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
687 students attend Somerset Academy St. Lucie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Somerset Academy St. Lucie students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Academy St. Lucie?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset Academy St. Lucie offer ?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Academy St. Lucie part of?
Somerset Academy St. Lucie is part of St. Lucie School District.
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