South Florence High

School Overview
South Florence High School, located on South Irby Street in Florence, South Carolina, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Florence Public School District 1. The school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which is designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce. Beyond its core classroom offerings, the school typically provides a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways, allowing students to tailor their high school experience to their individual future goals.

In addition to its academic focus, South Florence High maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that plays a significant role in the student experience. The school boasts a competitive athletic program, often referred to as the "Bruins," and offers a wide array of student organizations, clubs, and performing arts opportunities. These activities are intended to foster school spirit, leadership, and community engagement. As a central fixture in the Florence community, the school emphasizes a supportive environment aimed at developing well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to society upon graduation.
1,643
Total Students
100.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Florence High
Demographic Student Count
White634
Hispanic103
Black796
Asian8
Two or More101
American Indian1
  • Black
    796 (48.4 %)
  • White
    634 (38.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    103 (6.3 %)
  • Two or More
    101 (6.1 %)
  • Asian
    8 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Florence 01
Phone: (843)664-8190
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,643
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 100.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 479
Grade 10 429
Grade 11 363
Grade 12 372

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Florence High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9479
Grade 10429
Grade 11363
Grade 12372
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Florence High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83050.5%
Male81349.5%