Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, Florence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence High School serves the southwest part of Florence, MS, covering an area of approximately 93 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Florence High School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Florence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School is 0.35, 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
#310 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
79%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School's ranking?
Florence High School is ranked #310 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Florence High School often compared to?
Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School, Brandon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School?
The graduation rate of Florence High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Florence High School?
718 students attend Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Florence High School students are White, 15% 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 High School?
Florence High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence High School offer ?
Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence High School part of?
Florence High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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