Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawnwood Elementary School 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawnwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lawnwood Elementary School's student population of 765 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Many Leopards, One Roar.
School Rankings
Lawnwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawnwood Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2520 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
45%
21%
White
8%
34%
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
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Lucie School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawnwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lawnwood Elementary School is ranked #2520 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lawnwood Elementary School often compared to?
Lawnwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lawnwood Elementary School?
765 students attend Lawnwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lawnwood Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawnwood Elementary School?
Lawnwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lawnwood Elementary School offer ?
Lawnwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawnwood Elementary School part of?
Lawnwood Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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