Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Florence High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Florence High School - 01's student population of 85 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School - 01 is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 616 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School - 01's ranking?
Florence High School - 01 is ranked #325 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Florence High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Florence High School - 01?
85 students attend Florence High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Florence High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence High School - 01?
Florence High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence High School - 01 offer ?
Florence High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence High School - 01 part of?
Florence High School - 01 is part of Florence School District 14-1.
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