Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Elementary serves the western part of High Point, NC, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 628 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are Better Together'
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Florence Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
628 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Florence Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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