Florence Middle School

718 S Patterson
Florence, TX 76527
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Florence Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Florence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Florence Middle School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
266 students
This chart display total students of Florence Middle School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Gender %
This chart display gender of Florence Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Florence Middle School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Florence Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Florence Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (TX)
#5282 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of Florence Middle School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
28%
37%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Florence Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
31%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florence Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Florence Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Florence Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Hispanic
43%
53%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Florence Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
1%
13%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Florence Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
51%
26%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Florence Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Florence Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Florence Middle School.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in TX.
0.56
This chart display the diversity score of Florence Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Florence Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florence Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florence Middle School's ranking?
Florence Middle School is ranked #5282 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Florence Middle School often compared to?
Florence Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leander Middle 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 37% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Florence Middle School?
266 students attend Florence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Florence Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Middle School?
Florence Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Middle School offer ?
Florence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Florence Middle School part of?
Florence Middle School is part of Florence ISD School District.

School Reviews

Review Florence Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

All-Girl Public High Schools: Improving Confidence and College Success
All-Girl Public High Schools: Improving Confidence and College Success
Discover how all-girl public high schools are making waves in education, fostering confidence and enhancing college success among young women. This article explores the unique benefits of single-gender education, from creating a supportive environment free from gender stereotypes to offering tailored academic programs that empower girls to excel. Learn how these schools cultivate leadership skills, academic achievement, and a strong sense of community, setting students on a path to thrive in college and beyond. With insights from educators and success stories from graduates, uncover the transformative impact of all-girl public high schools on female empowerment and educational attainment.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Quick Links