For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,199 students in Florence, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in Florence, MS are Mclaurin High School and Florence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Florence have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Florence, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Florence High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Florence, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mclaurin High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Tiger Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Gr: 7-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Florence High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
232 Hwy 469 N.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Florence, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Florence, MS include Mclaurin High School and Florence High School.
How many public high schools are located in Florence?
2 public high schools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Florence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Florence include: Mclaurin High School vs. Florence High School
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