For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 223 students in Florence, SD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD are Florence Middle School - 03 and Florence Elementary - 02. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Florence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 35% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Florence, SD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Florence Middle School - 03
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 Main Ave
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Grades: 6-8
| 71 students
Rank: #22.
Florence Elementary - 02
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 Main Ave
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Florence, SD 57235
(605) 758-2412
Grades: PK-5
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Florence, SD include Florence Middle School - 03 and Florence Elementary - 02.
How many public elementary schools are located in Florence?
2 public elementary schools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 35% (majority American Indian).
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