Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence Hill Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Hill Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#3998 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Hill Elementary School is ranked #3998 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Florence Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colin Powell Elementary School, Garner Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Florence Hill Elementary School?
485 students attend Florence Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Florence Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Hill Elementary School?
Florence Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Hill Elementary School offer ?
Florence Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Hill Elementary School part of?
Florence Hill Elementary School is part of Grand Prairie ISD School District.
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