Florence High School

Direction401 Fm 970, Florence, TX, 76527
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Public School FLORENCE ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
Start FullStart FullStart FullStart FullStar Empty
TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 81
Student Progress 81
Closing Performance Gaps 91
Overall 84

Distinction Designations

Medal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Florence High School, a cornerstone of educational excellence nestled in the heart of Florence, Texas at 401 FM 970. With a dedicated staff and a warm community atmosphere, Florence High School is an ideal place for students to learn, grow, and prepare for the future.

At Florence High School, we believe in fostering an environment where each student can thrive academically and socially. Our team of 31 highly qualified teachers brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, averaging 12 years in the education sector. Their commitment is reflected in their tenure, with an average of 4 years dedicated to our institution. This stability and expertise ensure that our educational practices are both innovative and grounded in proven methodologies.

Our student body of 344 is diverse and dynamic, with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.10, allowing for personalized attention and tailored instruction that meets the needs of each student. This close-knit learning environment ensures that every student is noticed and nurtured, and strong relationships are built between educators and students.

In addition to our teachers, Florence High School employs 4 dedicated educational aids who provide additional support to enhance our learning environment, ensuring that all students have the resources and support they need to succeed.

Florence High School is more than just a place to learn; it is a community where students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop new ones. With a variety of extracurricular activities and programs, students have ample opportunities to engage outside the classroom, which enriches their school experience and builds essential life skills.

We invite families and individuals who are looking for a school that values academic excellence and personal growth to visit us and see what makes Florence High School a special place to learn and grow. For more information or to arrange a visit, please call us at (254) 793-2495. Discover the difference at Florence High School, where we prepare students for success today and for the challenges of tomorrow.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
357
Is Charter
No
Address
401 FM 970, FLORENCE, TX, 76527
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Principal
DR RUSSELL PORTERFIELD
School District
Phone
(254) 793-2495
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Florence High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 2 0.56%
Hispanic 176 49.30%
White 165 46.22%
Asian 0 0.00%
Native American 2 0.56%
Two or More Races 11 3.08%
Total Students 357 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 168 47.06%
Limited English Proficiency 101 28.29%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 99 27.73%
Gifted & Talented 21 5.88%
Special Education 42 11.76%
Teacher Student Ratio 11.20 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 4 12.26%
20 - 30 years 7 22.96%
10 - 20 years 8 24.84%
6 - 10 years 4 13.84%
1- 5 years 6 19.81%
Beginning Teacher 2 6.29%
Teacher Experience Average 14.90 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 3.30 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 32 100%
Female Teachers 18 57.23 %
Male Teachers 14 42.77 %
School Admin 1
School Support 4
Edu Aids 5
Special Education 6

Florence High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 84% 72% 90% 97% 99%
African American *% *% % % %
Hispanic 78% 60% 92% 97% 97%
White 89% 82% 87% 97% 100%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 100% 100% % 100% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 77% 60% 90% 94% 98%
Male Students 79% 65% 84% 100% 100%
Female Students 89% 81% 95% 95% 97%
Special Education 61% 40% 82% 89% 80%
Limited English Proficiency 70% 45% 88% 100% 95%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 49 973 17.6 21.3
African American * * n/a *
Hispanic 34.5 944 n/a 15
White 72.2 1004 17.6 26.9
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races * n/a n/a n/a
Male Students 40.4 988 n/a 33.3
Female Students 59.1 961 17.6 11.5
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 50 38.3 31.9 95.8 n/a 1.1 3.2
African American * * * * * * *
Hispanic 44.8 37.9 31 94.6 n/a 1.8 3.6
White 61.8 41.2 35.3 97.4 n/a n/a 2.6
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races * * * n/a n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 98 n/a n/a 2
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 93.2 n/a 2.3 4.5
Special Education 7.7 7.7 7.7 91.7 n/a n/a 8.3
Eco Disadvantaged 43.3 31.7 25 96.7 n/a n/a 3.3

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