Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Florence Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3935 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Elementary School is ranked #3935 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Florence Elementary School?
456 students attend Florence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Florence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Elementary School?
Florence Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Elementary School offer ?
Florence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Elementary School part of?
Florence Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Florence Elementary School located?
Florence Elementary School is located in the Club Estates neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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