Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Florence K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence K-8's student population of 758 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Foster a community that is connected through learning and success for ALL.
School Rankings
Florence K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence K-8 is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence K-8's ranking?
Florence K-8 is ranked #1166 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Florence K-8?
758 students attend Florence K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Florence K-8 students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence K-8?
Florence K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence K-8 offer ?
Florence K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence K-8 part of?
Florence K-8 is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
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