Florence High School is a high school located in Florence, Wisconsin. The school mascot is the Bobcats. The school is situated on the NW corner of Olive Avenue and Norway Street.
Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Florence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin 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 approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Florence High School's student population of 112 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Florence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School's ranking?
Florence High School is ranked #884 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Florence High School often compared to?
Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elcho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School?
The graduation rate of Florence High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Florence High School?
112 students attend Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Florence High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence High School?
Florence High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Florence High School offer ?
Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence High School part of?
Florence High School is part of Florence County School District.
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