Florence Freshman Center served grade 9 with an enrollment of 381 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in this Union County NJ high school; minority enrollment was 54%, including 98 Black and 66 Hispanic students.
The school ranked among the top 20% most diverse public high schools in Alabama but showed math proficiency at 27%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, with a notable decline from 95% in 2012.
Reading proficiency was 27% in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, continuing a downward trend from highs above 80% in earlier years; science proficiency also fell to 26%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined modestly from 392 students in 2022 to 356 in 2023, while student–teacher ratio increased from 19:1 to 21:1, reflecting staffing adjustments.
Free or reduced lunch eligibility remained relatively steady near 49%, indicating socioeconomic factors impacting more than half of the student body at this Berkeley Heights public high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Students from Florence neighborhoods typically live within a 10-12 minute drive, averaging 3.4 miles, with the furthest at 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Freshman Center's student population of 381 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Florence Freshman Center is 0.69, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
26%
32%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Florence City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Florence Freshman Center often compared to?
Florence Freshman Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Brooks High School, Florence Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Florence Freshman Center?
The graduation rate of Florence Freshman Center is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Florence Freshman Center?
381 students attend Florence Freshman Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Florence Freshman Center students are White, 26% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Freshman Center?
Florence Freshman Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence Freshman Center offer ?
Florence Freshman Center offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Freshman Center part of?
Florence Freshman Center is part of Florence City School District.
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