Serving 345 students in grades 9-12, Florence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Florence High School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4654 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School's ranking?
Florence High School is ranked #4654 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Florence High School often compared to?
Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown High School, Liberty Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School?
The graduation rate of Florence High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Florence High School?
345 students attend Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Florence High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence High School?
Florence High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence High School offer ?
Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Florence High School part of?
Florence High School is part of Florence ISD School District.
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