WEST FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL
West Florence High is a public high school that is part of the Florence 01 school district, located in Florence, SC with about 1,790 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 105 teachers, West Florence High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
West Florence High School, located at 221 North Beltline Drive in Florence, South Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Florence School District 1 community. As one of the area's primary high schools, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and career-focused technical programs. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a rigorous learning environment while encouraging students to explore their intellectual interests in a structured, supportive setting.
Beyond its academic offerings, West Florence High maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by an extensive array of extracurricular activities. The school boasts a competitive athletics program, known as the "Knights," and supports numerous student-led clubs, performing arts groups, and service organizations. By emphasizing a well-rounded education that balances scholastic achievement with personal growth and community involvement, West Florence High strives to develop engaged, responsible citizens who are prepared for the challenges of college and the workforce.
For more information, contact West Florence High at (843) 664-8472 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Florence, SC 29501
(843) 664-8472
WEST FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Florence, SC with about 1,790 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Florence 01
- Total Students:
- 1,790
- Teachers:
- 105.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,790 students
- White
- 50.4%
- Black or African American
- 43.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.8%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.0%
- Male
- 49.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.