Serving 1,206 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Northport K-8 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northport K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northport K-8 School's student population of 1,206 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and grey
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northport K-8 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 Northport K-8 School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2483 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
38%
Black
35%
21%
White
22%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Navigators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northport K-8 School's ranking?
Northport K-8 School is ranked #2483 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northport K-8 School often compared to?
Northport K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northport K-8 School?
1,206 students attend Northport K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Northport K-8 School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northport K-8 School?
Northport K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northport K-8 School offer ?
Northport K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northport K-8 School part of?
Northport K-8 School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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