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Best Florence Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,207 students in Florence, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in Florence, AZ are Anthem Elementary School, Florence High School and Cavit - Florence Unified. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, AZ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in Florence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Florence, AZ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Poston Butte High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Florence, AZ (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthem Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2700 N. Anthem Way
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Gr: PK-9 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Florence High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 S Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 866-3560
Gr: 7-12 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Cavit - Florence Unified
Vocational School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
350 S. Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(928) 645-2737
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Poston Butte High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
32375 N Gantzel Rd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6100
Gr: 7-12 | 1,310 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Florence Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 222-3333
Gr: K-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Mountain Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy Anthem South
Vocational School
4380 N Hunt Hwy
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 896-9670
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Florence, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Florence, AZ include Anthem Elementary School, Florence High School and Cavit - Florence Unified.
How many public high schools are located in Florence?
7 public high schools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Florence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Florence include: Poston Butte High School vs. Florence High School, Florence High School vs. Poston Butte High School

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