For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,097 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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34947, FL Public High Schools (2025)
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 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
34947, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Charter School Of Fort Pierce (Closed 2011)
Charter School
4300 Okeechobee Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 323-7047
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 323-7047
Gr: 6-12
Delaware Avenue School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2909 Delaware Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5220
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 468-5220
Gr: 6-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Drop Back In Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3215 Ave Q
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 240-0355
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 240-0355
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
St. Lucie County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
54204 Okeechobee Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 429-392
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 429-392
Secondary Alternative Education School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
R805 Panther Lane
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 429-1231
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
(772) 429-1231
Gr: 6-12 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 78%
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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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