Serving 1,580 students in grades 9-12, South Florence High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Florence High serves the southern part of Florence, SC, covering an area of approximately 123.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Florence High School's student population of 1,580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Florence High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Florence High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Florence High School's ranking?
South Florence High School is ranked #155 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are South Florence High School often compared to?
South Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Florence High School?
The graduation rate of South Florence High School is 96%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend South Florence High School?
1,580 students attend South Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of South Florence High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Florence High School?
South Florence High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Florence High School offer ?
South Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Florence High School part of?
South Florence High School is part of Florence 01 School District.
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