Serving 1,360 students in grades 6-12, Somerset College Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Somerset College Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,360 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset College Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset College Preparatory Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1022 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
23%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Somerset College Preparatory Academy is ranked #1022 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Somerset College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Somerset College Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Somerset College Preparatory Academy?
1,360 students attend Somerset College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Somerset College Preparatory Academy students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset College Preparatory Academy?
Somerset College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerset College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Somerset College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Somerset College Preparatory Academy part of?
Somerset College Preparatory Academy is part of St. Lucie School District.
In what neighborhood is Somerset College Preparatory Academy located?
Somerset College Preparatory Academy is located in the Saint Lucie West neighborhood of Port Saint Lucie, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Saint Lucie West.
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