Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Florence K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence K-8 serves the southeast part of Florence, AZ, covering an extensive area of approximately 720.3 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 37.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence K-8's student population of 805 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Foster a community that is connected through learning and success for ALL.
School Rankings
Florence K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence K-8 is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence K-8's ranking?
Florence K-8 is ranked #1166 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Florence K-8 often compared to?
Florence K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Florence High School, Anthem Elementary School, Magma Ranch K8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Florence K-8?
805 students attend Florence K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Florence K-8 students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence K-8?
Florence K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence K-8 offer ?
Florence K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence K-8 part of?
Florence K-8 is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
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