For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,710 students in 34981, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 34981, FL are Independence Classical Academy, Fort Pierce Central High School and Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 34981 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34981, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34981 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Pierce Central High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34981, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2902 S. Jenkins Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Grades: K-12
| 472 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Pierce Central High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4101 S 25th St
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5888
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 468-5888
Grades: 9-12
| 3,187 students
Rank: #33.
Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3651 Virginia Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Grades: 6-12
| 37 students
Rank: n/an/a
Data House
Alternative School
4590 Selvitz Rd
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 467-4020
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 467-4020
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 34981, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 34981, FL include Independence Classical Academy, Fort Pierce Central High School and Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast.
How many public high schools are located in 34981?
4 public high schools are located in 34981.
What is the racial composition of students in 34981?
34981 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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