For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 250 students in Florence, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD are Florence Elementary - 02 and Florence Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Florence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Florence, SD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Florence Elementary - 02
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 Main Ave
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Gr: PK-5 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Florence Middle School - 03
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 Main Ave
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD include Florence Elementary - 02 and Florence Middle School - 03.
How many public elementary schools are located in Florence?
2 public elementary schools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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