Serving 1,074 students in grades 10-12, Florence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence High School's student population of 1,074 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
27%
32%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence High School's ranking?
Florence High School is ranked #762 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Florence High School often compared to?
Florence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence High School?
The graduation rate of Florence High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Florence High School?
1,074 students attend Florence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Florence High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence High School?
Florence High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence High School offer ?
Florence High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence High School part of?
Florence High School is part of Florence City School District.
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