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Best Middle Schools in Florence, MS


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Top rankedFlorence Middle School19th of 263 Mississippi middle schools
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Biggest riser
Florence Middle School up 14 spots statewide this year
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Summary:

Florence, Mississippi, is home to one middle school, Florence Middle School, which serves grades 6 through 8 with 556 students as part of the Rankin County School District. The school has established itself as one of the top-performing middle schools in the state, rising rapidly from 38th place (86th percentile) in 2023-2024 to 19th place (93rd percentile) in 2025-2026 and earning a 5-star rating. This upward trajectory places it among the elite middle schools in Mississippi, well above the 81st-percentile ranking of its parent district.

Academically, Florence Middle School exceeds state averages in every subject and grade level tested. The most striking results come from Algebra I End of Course exams, where 98.6% of students scored proficient in 2025-2026, compared to just 64.5% district-wide and 66.0% statewide. Mathematics is a clear strength, with 6th-grade math at 71.5% proficiency, 7th-grade math at 75.3%, and 8th-grade science at 81.0%, all far above state averages. English Language Arts shows more variability, particularly in 7th grade, where proficiency was 51.2% in 2025-2026 (up from 43.7% the prior year), but still remains above the state average of 36.7%. Most subject areas improved year-over-year, including dramatic gains in 7th-grade math (65.8% to 75.3%) and 8th-grade science (68.4% to 81.0%).

The school's success extends beyond test scores. Chronic absenteeism sits at 14.5%, well below the state average of 23.9%, and the student-teacher ratio of 12.3 allows for considerable individualized attention. Approximately 45% of students receive free or reduced lunch, indicating a moderately economically diverse population, yet the school achieves results far above what state averages would predict. For parents considering this school, the combination of exceptional math and science outcomes, a rapidly rising state ranking, and strong attendance makes Florence Middle School a standout choice in the Rankin County School District, with English Language Arts being the primary area for continued focus.

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