Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 76% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Providence Elementary serves the northern part of Lexington, SC, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Providence Elementary School's student population of 810 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind, Be Confident, Be Respectful, Work Hard
School Rankings
New Providence Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Providence Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #114 out of 1,118 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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend New Providence Elementary School?
810 students attend New Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of New Providence Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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