Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie's student population of 483 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2298 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie's ranking?
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie is ranked #2298 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie often compared to?
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucieis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Park Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie?
483 students attend Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie?
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie offer ?
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie part of?
Creative Arts Academy Of St. Lucie is part of St. Lucie School District.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2007
FOrt Pierce Magnet School of the Arts is one of the best public schools you could enroll your child in. The teachers are very hands on and connect with their students. The classes are small so students get individual attention. Their Arts program is excellent. The Dance class is very professional. Drama is outstanding. The choirs is amazing. The Art is very superior. Also the band is enjoyable to listen to. This school is one that you wish had a highschool and college. Every student seems to get a much better education then any other middle school. All in all this a school you child wouldnt want to miss out on. It is such an amazing experience
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