For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,117 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 24%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 38% 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Florence, AL (2026)
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 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 1,101 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
1203 Bradshaw Drive
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 768-2400
Gr: 9 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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
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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Florence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Florence include: Wilson High School vs. Central High School, Central High School vs. Wilson High School, Florence Freshman Center vs. Florence Learning Center
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