What types of schools are available in Florence, South Carolina?

Florence, South Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Florence, South Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Florence, South Carolina?

There are 21 schools in Florence, South Carolina, serving 15,297 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Florence?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Florence, South Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 21 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

15,297

Total Students

Across Florence

13:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

21 schools found

West Florence High

publichighGrade 9-12

221 North Beltline Drive, Florence, SC 29501

3200 South Irby Street, Florence, SC 29505

1411 Old Marion Highway, Florence, SC 29506

1101 Cheraw Drive, Florence, SC 29501

Lucy T. Davis Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

201 Westfield Drive, Florence, SC 29501

1012 Congaree Drive, Florence, SC 29501

515 North Cashua Drive, Florence, SC 29501

Delmae Heights Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1211 South Cashua Drive, Florence, SC 29501

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

191 Westfield Drive, Florence, SC 29501

publicelementaryPK-K2

1400 Mcmillan Lane, Florence, SC 29506

Virtus Academy Of South Carolina

charter schoolhighK-11

2407 Pisgah Road, Florence, SC 29501

2300 East Howe Springs Road, Florence, SC 29505

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1100 North Irby Street, Florence, SC 29501

Henry L. Sneed Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1102 Ebenezer Road, Florence, SC 29501

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

209 W. Jones Paul Road, Florence, SC 29505

Henry Timrod Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1901 East Old Marion Highway, Florence, SC 29506

North Vista Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1200 North Irby Street, Florence, SC 29501

Wallace Gregg Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

515 Francis Marion Road, Florence, SC 29505

Theodore Lester Elementary

publicelementaryGrade 3-5

3501 East Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29506

R.N. Beck Child Development Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

1001 West Sumter Street, Florence, SC 29501

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Florence

Florence, South Carolina is home to 21 schools serving over 15,297 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math37%

ELA52%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)17

Moderate (15-20:1)3

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

5% of schools rated 8/10 or above
1,827 students at West Florence High
Best ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Florence, South Carolina?

There are 21 schools in Florence, serving 15,297 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Florence?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Florence include schools with ratings of 6.3 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Florence?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Florence is 13:1.

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