For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,086 students in Florence, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Florence, MS is Mclaurin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Florence, MS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Florence have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Florence, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mclaurin Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2693 Star Rd.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Hwy 469 N
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Gr: PK-2 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Florence, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Florence, MS include Mclaurin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Florence?
2 public preschools are located in Florence.
What is the racial composition of students in Florence?
Florence public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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