At a glance
Reported students
653
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
61st percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
704.5
Fairlawn Elementary School: 653 reported students.
State peer staffing position
53rd percentile
15.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 630
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45.29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Fairlawn Elementary School
Fairlawn Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Fort Pierce. It is one of 56 current school records connected to St. Lucie. NCES reports 653 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 61st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.9:1, close to the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (37.8%) and White (32%). English learners represent 13.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Fairlawn Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 41 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 57.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White32%
- Hispanic37.8%
- Black25.6%
- Asian2.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in St. Lucie
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Morningside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
653 reported students
Floresta Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
659 reported students
Lakewood Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
645 reported students
Somerset Academy St. Lucie
Elementary · Grades KG–08
687 reported students
Village Green Environmental Studies School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
586 reported students
St. Lucie Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
722 reported students
Public schools near Fairlawn Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawnwood Elementary School Elementary · St. Lucie | PK–05 | 765 | 0.7 mi |
| St. Lucie Elementary School Elementary · St. Lucie | PK–05 | 722 | 1.3 mi |
| Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies Elementary · St. Lucie | PK–08 | 786 | 1.5 mi |
| Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Elementary · St. Lucie | KG–08 | 515 | 1.8 mi |
| Chester A. Moore K8 Academy of Success Elementary · St. Lucie | PK–08 | 470 | 2 mi |
| Frances K. Sweet Elementary School Elementary · St. Lucie | PK–05 | 439 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fairlawn Elementary School
What grades does Fairlawn Elementary School serve?
Fairlawn Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in St. Lucie.
How many students attend Fairlawn Elementary School?
Fairlawn Elementary School reported 653 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 61st percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 630 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fairlawn Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15.9:1, based on 653 students and 41 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Fairlawn Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fairlawn Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Fairlawn Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
57.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Fairlawn Elementary School in?
Fairlawn Elementary School is part of St. Lucie, based in Port St Lucie, FL, which operates 56 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Fairlawn Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lawnwood Elementary School (0.7 mi), St. Lucie Elementary School (1.3 mi), Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.