Serving 1,038 students in grades 10-12, Florence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,038 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Florence High School's student population of 1,038 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,038 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#568 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
28%
32%
White
49%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School's ranking?
Florence High School is ranked #568 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Florence High School often compared to?
Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School?
The graduation rate of Florence High School is 99%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Florence High School?
1,038 students attend Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Florence High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence High School?
Florence High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Florence High School offer ?
Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Florence High School part of?
Florence High School is part of Florence City School District.
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