Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
39%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Florence Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
599 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Florence Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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