For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,269 students in Florence, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Florence, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Florence, AZ are Anthem Elementary School, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy and Florence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Florence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Florence, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthem Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2700 N. Anthem Way
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Gr: PK-9 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35900 N Charbray Dr
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-7600
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-7600
Gr: K-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Florence High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 S Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 866-3560
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 866-3560
Gr: 7-12 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Skyline Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1084 San Tan Hills Dr
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Gr: PK-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Florence K-8
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
460 S. Park Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Gr: PK-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Cavit - Florence Unified
Vocational School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 S. Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(928) 645-2737
Florence, AZ 85132
(928) 645-2737
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Poston Butte High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
32375 N Gantzel Rd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6100
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6100
Gr: 7-12 | 1,310 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Walker Butte Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29697 N Desert Willow Blvd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Gr: PK-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #99.
Magma Ranch K8 School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10980 E. Desert Mountain Boule
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Gr: PK-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1010.
Copper Basin
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28682 N Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1111.
Florence Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 222-3333
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 222-3333
Gr: K-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1212.
Mountain Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Learning Center
Special Education School
29895 N Desert Willow Blvd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5380
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5380
Gr: PK-K | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy Anthem South
Vocational School
4380 N Hunt Hwy
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 896-9670
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 896-9670
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Florence, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Florence, AZ include Anthem Elementary School, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy and Florence High School.
How many public schools are located in Florence?
14 public schools are located in Florence.
What percentage of students in Florence go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Florence are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Florence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Florence include: Copper Basin vs. Walker Butte Middle School, Walker Butte Middle School vs. Copper Basin, Magma Ranch K8 School vs. Copper Basin
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