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Best 34997 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,764 students in 34997, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 143 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 34997, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34997, FL are Clark Advanced Learning Center, Treasure Coast Classical Academy and Crystal Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34997 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34997, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 34997, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clark Advanced Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2400 Se Salerno Rd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 419-5751
Gr: 9-12 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Treasure Coast Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1400 Se Cove Rd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 419-7680
Gr: K-12 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Crystal Lake Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2095 Sw 96th St
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1525
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Murray Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Se Murray St
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1670
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7000 Se Atlantic Ridge Dr
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 221-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
South Fork High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10000 Sw Bulldog Way
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1840
Gr: 9-12 | 1,775 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5200 Se Willoughby Blvd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1595
Gr: K-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Port Salerno Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3260 Se Lionel Ter
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Willoughby Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5150 Se Willoughby Blvd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1515
Gr: PK-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Pk Early Intervention
3940 Se Salerno Rd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1893
Gr: PK | 262 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Port Salerno Learning Center
Special Education School
3400 Lionel Terrace
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1200
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Prekindergarten Programs
3940 Se Salerno Rd
Stuart, FL 34997
(772) 219-1893
Gr: PK | 9 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 34997, FL?
How many public schools are located in 34997?
12 public schools are located in 34997.
What percentage of students in 34997 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 34997 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34997?
34997 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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