Excellent
#118 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 10% in state
West Florence High
High School · Florence 01 · Florence, SC
A Florence 01 high school where students score 26 points above what's typical for similar communities.
221 North Beltline Drive, Florence, SC 29501
- Math 78% proficient (2022)
- Reading 83% proficient (2022)
- 90.0% 4-year graduation
Academics
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at West Florence High score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. SC average.
Trend
↑ ImprovingProficiency has improved 12 points since 2019, reaching 81% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 60% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 72% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
59.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where West Florence High sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 42Car-Dependent
- Bike 67Bikeable
- City Safety: High4,750/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Florence), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$70,618
Median home value
$220,800
Median rent
$995/mo
College educated
33%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty rate
13%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 29501; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maranatha Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.0private | K–12 | 1.2 mi | 200 | Compare → |
| The King's AcademyPrivate · tuition | 5.8private | PK–12 | 2.3 mi | 279 | Compare → |
| Virtus Academy of South CarolinaCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.9 | K–10 | 3.1 mi | 686 | Compare → |
| Florence Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.0private | PK–12 | 4.5 mi | 532 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Florence 01
- Schools in district
- 24
- Rank in district
- #3 of 23
- District spending per student
- $14,162NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 18.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
West Florence High is listed in Florence 01; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About West Florence High
West Florence High is a public high school in Florence, SC, part of Florence 01, serving approximately 1,879 students in grades 9th-12th with a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 1,176 schools in SC. State assessment records show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about West Florence High
What grades does West Florence High serve?
West Florence High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Florence High?
West Florence High has an enrollment of approximately 1,879 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Florence High?
The student-teacher ratio at West Florence High is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Florence High rank in SC?
West Florence High ranks #118 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is West Florence High's MySchoolScout rating?
West Florence High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at West Florence High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Florence High has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Florence High a charter school?
No, West Florence High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Florence High a Title I school?
No, West Florence High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Florence High?
59.9% of students at West Florence High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,879
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Florence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (843) 664-8472
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
- Area population (ZIP 29501)
- 47,259
- Area average commute
- 19.4 min
- Area median age
- 37.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 29501; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.