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, Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast and Fort Pierce Central High School. 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 21% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34981, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34981 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Pierce Central High School, with 92% 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
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2902 S. Jenkins Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 837-9300
Gr: K-12 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3651 Virginia Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Fort Pierce, FL 34981
(772) 595-8880
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Fort Pierce Central High School
(Math: 19% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 3,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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, Pace Center For Girls Treasure Coast and Fort Pierce Central High School.
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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