St. Lucie County, Florida, is building three new schools to accommodate a growing student population.

St. Lucie County Public Schools in Florida is building three new schools to handle a growing student population of about 1,500 new students annually. Western Grove K-8, opening in 2026, will accommodate 1,600 students. Legacy High School and a rebuilt Fort Pierce Westwood Academy are set to open this year and early next year, respectively. These projects aim to alleviate strain on existing schools and provide quality education for new families.