Serving 537 students in grades 3-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Elementary School serves the southwest part of Florence, MS, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 93 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#11 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Florence Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Upper Elementary School, Steens Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
537 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Florence Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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