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Best Schools in Florence, Oregon

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.9/10
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Choosing a school in Florence?

Use this page to compare every school in Florence by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Siuslaw Middle School

7.3/10

Middle · Siuslaw Sd 97j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Siuslaw Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary · Siuslaw Sd 97j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Siuslaw High School

6.6/10

High · Siuslaw Sd 97j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Florence for 2026 are Siuslaw Middle School (7.3/10), Siuslaw Elementary School (6.7/10), and Siuslaw High School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

5

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.9

out of 10

Median Home

$364,600

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Florence

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Siuslaw Middle School 7.3 / 10
2 Siuslaw Elementary School 6.7 / 10
3 Siuslaw High School 6.6 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$58,576

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$364,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
27%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
14 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
71%

Of occupied housing units

How Florence compares

Oregon rank

#25 of 117

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above Oregon avg (6.3)

Median household income

$59k

76% of Oregon median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Florence, Oregon

Florence, Oregon is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Florence show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Florence is Siuslaw Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Florence is served by 2 school districts: ODE YCEP District, Siuslaw SD 97J. These districts collectively serve 1,416 students.

Florence's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,576. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 97439 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 521 students · Kindergarten–5th 6.7
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 26 students · Kindergarten–6th

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 249 students · 6th–8th 7.3

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 425 students · 9th–12th 6.6
2 5 students · 9th–12th

Schools in Florence

Florence, Oregon · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$58,576

Median Home Value

$364,600

Median Rent

$1,164/mo

Population

15,643

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

14 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Community Profile

Florence has a median household income of $58,576. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $364,600, with a median rent of $1,164/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Florence, Oregon

How many schools are in Florence, Oregon?

Florence has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Florence, Oregon?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Florence is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Florence, Oregon?

The top-ranked school in Florence on MySchoolScout is Siuslaw Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Florence, Oregon?

The top-ranked elementary school in Florence on MySchoolScout is Siuslaw Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Florence, Oregon?

The top-ranked middle school in Florence on MySchoolScout is Siuslaw Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Florence, Oregon?

The top-ranked high school in Florence on MySchoolScout is Siuslaw High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Florence, Oregon?

Florence is served by 2 school districts: Ode Ycep District, Siuslaw Sd 97j.

What is the education level in Florence, Oregon?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Florence have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Florence, Oregon?

The median household income in Florence is approximately $58,576 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Florence, Oregon?

Yes, Florence has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Florence, Oregon?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Florence is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Florence, Oregon?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.