Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Florence Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Middle School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
11%
47%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
57%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Middle School's ranking?
Florence Middle School is ranked #193 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Florence Middle School often compared to?
Florence Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Florence Middle School?
601 students attend Florence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Florence Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Middle School?
Florence Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Florence Middle School offer ?
Florence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Florence Middle School part of?
Florence Middle School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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