For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,196 students in Florence, AL.
The top ranked public high schools in Florence, AL are Wilson High School, Central High School and Florence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Florence have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Florence, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Florence, AL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7601 Highway 17
Florence, AL 35634
(256) 764-8470
Florence, AL 35634
(256) 764-8470
Gr: 7-12 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-2903
Gr: 7-12 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Florence High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Bradshaw Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2200
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2200
Gr: 10-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Rogers High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Rogers Ln
Florence, AL 35634
(256) 757-3106
Florence, AL 35634
(256) 757-3106
Gr: 7-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
1203 Bradshaw Drive
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Gr: 9 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Florence Learning Center
Alternative School
610 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3022
Gr: 6-12
Florence, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 Cole St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2300
Gr: PK-4 | 224 students Minority enrollment: 33%
12101 Highway 157 N
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 764-4816
Gr: K-6
955 Beale Street
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-3400
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 44%
611 North Pine Street
Florence, AL 35632
(256) 765-4303
Florence, AL 35632
(256) 765-4303
Gr: PK-6 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Florence, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in Florence, AL include Wilson High School, Central High School and Florence High School.
How many public high schools are located in Florence?
6 public high schools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Florence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Florence include: Florence Learning Center vs. Florence Freshman Center, Central High School vs. Wilson High School, Wilson High School vs. Central High School
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