Very Good
#365 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 31% in state
Vance-providence Elementary
Elementary School · Orangeburg
633 Camden Road, Vance, SC 29163
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#365 of 1,176
In district
#9 of 26
Orangeburg
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Vance-providence Elementary
Elementary School in Vance · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vance-providence Elementary
Vance-providence Elementary is a public elementary school in Vance, SC, part of Orangeburg. Vance-providence Elementary serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Vance-providence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Vance-providence Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Vance-providence Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Vance-providence Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
36% of students at Vance-providence Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Vance-providence Elementary — Students at Vance-providence Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Vance-providence Elementary Compares
See how Vance-providence Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
633 Camden Road, Vance, SC 29163
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vance-providence Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Summerton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holly Hill Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Holly Hill), with a very similar rating. Additionally, St. James-Gaillard Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Eutawville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vance, see our Vance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLLY HILL ACADEMY Holly Hill | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| St. James-Gaillard Elementary Eutawville | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Holly Hill Elementary Holly Hill | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake Marion High School Santee | 5.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Holly Hill-Roberts Middle Holly Hill | 7.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Elloree Elementary Elloree | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton | 12.1 mi | 4.7 |
| HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Summerton | 12.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary Summerton | 13.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Scott's Branch Middle Summerton | 14.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Scott's Branch High Summerton | 14.0 mi | — |
| Cross High Cross | 15.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodland High Dorchester | 18.6 mi | 8.4 |
| DORCHESTER ACADEMY Saint George | 18.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Harleyville Elementary Dorchester | 19.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Harleyville-Ridgeville Middle Dorchester | 19.2 mi | 4.3 |
| St. George Middle St. George | 18.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Cross Elementary Cross | 17.2 mi | 3.3 |
| MacDougall High Ridgeville | 19.6 mi | — |
| William Memorial Elementary St. George | 19.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29163 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,625
Median Home Value
$59,100
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
1,546
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
39.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ninety Six Elementary Ninety Six, SC | 7.2 |
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 7.2 |
| Brockington Elementary Magnet Timmonsville, SC | 7.1 |
| Felton Laboratory Charter School Orangeburg, SC | 7.1 |
| ST MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aiken, SC | 7.1 |
| Cape Romain Environmental Education Charter School Mcclellanville, SC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vance-providence Elementary
What grades does Vance-providence Elementary serve?
Vance-providence Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Vance-providence Elementary?
Vance-providence Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vance-providence Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vance-providence Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vance-providence Elementary rank in SC?
Vance-providence Elementary ranks #365 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Vance-providence Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vance-providence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vance-providence Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vance-providence Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Vance-providence Elementary a charter school?
No, Vance-providence Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vance-providence Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vance-providence Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vance-providence Elementary?
100.0% of students at Vance-providence Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Orangeburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (803) 492-7766
Resources & Links
District
Orangeburg- District Enrollment
- 10,620
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,571
- District Rank
- #9 of 26
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