Serving 529 students in grades 3-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
13%
47%
White
82%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
529 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Florence Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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