Serving 763 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Providence Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Providence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Providence Elementary School's student population of 763 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Providence Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Providence Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
7%
32%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Providence Elementary School's ranking?
New Providence Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are New Providence Elementary School often compared to?
New Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Murray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend New Providence Elementary School?
763 students attend New Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Providence Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Providence Elementary School?
New Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Providence Elementary School offer ?
New Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Providence Elementary School part of?
New Providence Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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