The City of Sebastian is in Indian River County, between Melbourne and Vero Beach in an area known as the Treasure Coast. It is recognized as the home of Pelican Island (the first designated wildlife refuge in the United States), a Millennium City and a Tree City USA. Presenting a serene backdrop, Sebastian offers unobstructed views of the intracoastal waterway in the Indian River Lagoon, along its majestic historic riverfront district. Spanning 13.6 square miles (of which .9 square miles is water), Sebastian is home to an abundance of public and private schools, both inside and outside of city limits, making it a prime destination to raise a budding family. Top-ranked lower, middle and upper schools located nearby include Crosstyle Academy, Osceola Magnet School, Liberty Magnet School, Sebastian Charter Junior High School, Rosewood Magnet School, North County Charter School, Treasure Coast Elementary School and Indian River Charter High School.