Best Schools in Vance, South Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Vance-providence Elementary
Elementary · Orangeburg. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$59,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$59,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vance
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vance-providence Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $40,625
- Median home value
- $59,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vance compares
Median household income
$41k
65% of South Carolina median
About Schools in Vance, South Carolina
Vance, South Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Vance perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Vance is Vance-providence Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vance is served by 1 school district: Orangeburg. These districts collectively serve 10,620 students.
Vance's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,625. The poverty rate in the area is 21.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 225 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Schools in Vance
Vance, South Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,625
Median Home Value
$59,100
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
1,546
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Community Profile
Vance has a median household income of $40,625. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $59,100, with a median rent of $629/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Vance, South Carolina
How many schools are in Vance, South Carolina?
Vance has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vance, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vance is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Vance, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Vance on MySchoolScout is Vance-providence Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vance, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vance on MySchoolScout is Vance-providence Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Vance, South Carolina?
Vance is served by 1 school district: Orangeburg.
What is the education level in Vance, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Vance have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vance, South Carolina?
The median household income in Vance is approximately $40,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vance, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vance is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vance, South Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.