Public Schools

Beachland Elementary School serves students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and is recognized for exceptional student achievement, with more than 90% of third-grade students demonstrating proficiency in English Language Arts for two consecutive years. An A-rated school with a Gold STEAM Designation, Beachland combines academic excellence, innovative learning opportunities, and strong family partnerships to help every Shark thrive.

Vero Beach Elementary School serves students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and inspires a lifelong love of learning as a proud Moonshot School. Through innovative literacy instruction, arts-integrated learning, and a culture built on curiosity and academic growth, students develop the confidence, creativity, and leadership skills needed to achieve their limitless potential.

Indian River Academy serves students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and inspires future innovators as a School of Aerospace and Robotics. Through hands-on learning in aerospace, robotics, coding, and engineering, students develop critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills. Strong family partnerships and a supportive school culture empower every Space Bear to aim high and succeed.

Treasure Coast Elementary School serves students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 and brings learning to life as a School of Marine Science. Through hands-on STEAM experiences, environmental exploration, and its Guy Harvey School of Conservation partnership, students develop critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and a commitment to stewardship while thriving in a supportive school community focused on academic excellence.

Liberty Magnet School serves students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 and is the only elementary school in Indian River County offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. Ranked among the top 4% of Florida schools for third-grade English Language Arts proficiency, Liberty combines rigorous academics, inquiry-based learning, global perspectives, and strong family partnerships to prepare students for lifelong success.
 

Sebastian Elementary School serves students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and inspires creativity through its School of the Arts program, where academics and artistic expression work hand in hand. Recognized as a Purple Star School of Distinction and PBIS Model School, Sebastian empowers students through arts integration, STEAM learning, leadership opportunities, and a strong culture of family engagement.

Dodgertown Elementary School serves students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and offers an innovative learning experience built on academic growth, creativity, and opportunity. As a STEAM Designated School and home to STEAM Park, students engage in hands-on learning that inspires curiosity and problem-solving. Strong family partnerships, wraparound support services, and a caring school culture help every child thrive.

Citrus Elementary School serves students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 and offers a unique learning experience as a School of Agriscience and Community Citizenship. Through hands-on learning, outdoor classrooms, environmental stewardship, and leadership opportunities, students connect academics to the real world while developing responsibility, character, and the skills needed to make a positive impact in their community.

Treasure Coast Technical College provides lifelong learning opportunities and career educational programs in an atmosphere of encouragement and support.

The Educators of Fellsmere Elementary strive to instill a love for learning in a positive and safe environment. Teachers have a high expectation for all students and provides students with access to extracurricular activites including sports and theatre.

SCJH is dedicated to offering a quality education for students in a small school environment. Students are encouraged to participate in service activities which allow them to give back to the community. As a “mainstream” school, SCJH also offers services to students who have been identified as gifted and talented. A resource specialist works with students who have special needs.

Built in 1925, historic Wabasso School is the only school in the Indian River County School District, that is located directly on US1. Nestled among orange groves on 8 acres, this school provides a peaceful setting for students and faculty alike.

Home of the Lorton Nature Trail. Named for Aloa Lorton a retired Pelican Island teacher who first conceived the idea of making trails through the acreage around the school. With the help of family and friends, Mrs. Lorton began her work on the trail in 1982-83 (when the school first opened). The trail has since evolved into an important outdoor classroom used not only by the students from Pelican Island and the local high school but also by members of the community for the purposes of studying and enjoying the scrub habitat.

The mission of Oslo Middle School is to link learning to life by creating a formula that empowers young people to obtain goals by creating an academic atmosphere designed to develop knowledge, discipline, character and technological skill with the guidance from teachers, staff, parents, and the community.

At St. Peter's Academy, we believe that an effective education doesn’t just come from memorizing or lecturing. Active participation in the learning process entails analyzing, discussing and collaborating - in order to comprehend and retain. All of our courses are designed to encourage deep mental processing and student engagement with the class material.

Imagine Schools at South Vero is a free, public k-8, charter school in the School District of Indian River County. Imagine also offers a private, fee based, pre-k program. Enrollment is determined by the number of spots available. If you are interested in enrolling, don't wait - get your spot before they are gone!

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Program at Sebastian River Middle School provides a framework of academic challenge and life skills for students in grades    6-8. This tuition free, three year program offers an educational approach that goes beyond traditional school subjects. Successful completion of the program will set your child on the road to success and can serve as an excellent preparation for the IB Diploma Programme currently being offered at Sebastian River High School.

The mission of the Indian River Charter High School is to give its students the opportunity to develop a new set of competencies and foundational skills that will help them enjoy a productive, full, and satisfying life. This school will be a high performance organization.

NCCS repeatedly scores among the top three elementary schools in Indian River County consistently earning an A+ rating from the State of Florida. NCCS is also ranked in the top 10% of all Florida elementary schools. The school has also been awarded the exclusive designation of “High Performing Charter School” by the Florida Department of Education based on academic success and financial stewardship.

Virtual instruction is defined as instruction provided in an interactive learning environment created through technology in which the student and teacher are separated by time, space or both. Students residing within Indian River County have several choices for participating in virtual education programs.

GMS offers a gateway to your child’s future. Through the innovative STEM initiative that stands for science, technology, engineering and math, students in Project Lead the Way classes learn by doing high level science to solve problems. GMS students score above state average on science assessments at 57% proficiency, and have a 100% passage rate in geometry which allows students go on to excel in careers and college. An example of this exciting learning opportunity is happening this semester. GMS 6th graders are extracting  their own DNA, doing dissections of sheeps’  brains and completing a virtual autopsy.

Through the use of an integrated curriculum and thematic units students are able to see the interconnectedness and importance of all curricular areas. Mathematics, science, reading, language arts, and social studies are interwoven to help students understand the relatedness of the disciplines.

Rosewood Magnet School is recognized by the State of Florida as an 'Honor Roll' School. Their success is attributed to the many 'traditions' inherent to Rosewood's dedicated staff, a welcomed family atmosphere and a commitment to academic excellence. The dedication of both the staff and parents provides for a caring, nurturing environment and creates many opportunities for students to succeed.

Sebastian River High School, home of the Sharks, first opened its doors to a 'New Tradition' in August 1994. Since then, the campus has grown to include first rate educational and athletic facilities. Sebastian River is an IB Program school. 

Vero Beach High School, home of the Fighting Indians, has a rich tradition of excellence in academic, career-technical, extra-curricular, and arts programs. Founded in 1925, The campus of VBHS encompasses approximately 77 acres, which includes the Freshman Learning Center and main campus areas. The combination of school enrollment and the size of the physical plant make VBHS the largest high school in Indian River County.