Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Florence Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birney Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
217 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Florence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
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