Chester A. Moore Elementary School

Chester A. Moore Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-5
827 N 29th St,  Fort Pierce, FL
St. Lucie Public Schools
4.0
429 Students
C
Niche Grade
According to the school's mission, "Chester A. Moore Elementary is a positive learning environment where the whole child is engaged and inspired." Chester A. Moore Elementary serves children from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. Considering the school's recent below-average results on state-mandated tests, the St. Lucie County School Board approved an improvement plan. The plan aims to enhance the students' academic performance as well as the overall environment and culture at Chester A. Moore Elementary. Chester A. Moore Elementary offers a Homework Help Program and a Study Buddy Club to help students stay on track with their studies. Chester A. Moore Elementary also offers several extra curriculum activities. Activities include athletics, art, and a book/reading club. A playground and basketball courts are also present at the school. Located in the heart of the community, next to parks and Lincoln Park Academy, Chester A. Moore Elementary is a vital component of the neighborhood.

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Ucola Barrett-baxter
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
28%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
41%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.7%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
22%
State Average
20%
Science
31%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
468:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
Black
68.3%
Hispanic
26%
Two or more races
3%
White
2.7%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 5 Reviews
5.0 teacher
8/24/2022
Chester A. Moore Elementary (CAM) has the best staff and administrators! The moment you walk in, it is evident that this is a caring place, greeted with friendly smiles and welcoming attitudes. When I talk to the teachers they say, 'This is the best place to work' - the teachers feel supported, and...
5.0 parent
8/19/2022
The faculty and staff are all very competent and hardworking. Fantastic school!
5.0 other
8/15/2022
All of the staff works diligently to ensure students are successful in their academic achievements. Parents work closely with parents to ensure each child makes it to school on time and ready to learn.
1.0 parent
9/10/2012
T but majority of the kids that go to this school come from families that just don't care about education. To them, school is another word for fhe staff try,ree babysitting. There are lots of fights at this school, lots of kids get held back, so many of the 5th graders look like high schoolers, no k...

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Chester A. Moore Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Fort Pierce, FL, in the Fort Pierce neighborhood, and is served by the St. Lucie Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 429 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Chester A. Moore Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $379,146. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lincoln Park Academy, Fort Pierce Westwood High School, Performance Based Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what Fort Pierce has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Chester A. Moore Elementary School.

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