Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Vista Elementary serves the northern part of Florence, SC, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Vista Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Motto
Where Great Minds Grow
School Rankings
North Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Vista Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#747 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
91%
31%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Vista Elementary School's ranking?
North Vista Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Vista Elementary School often compared to?
North Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Timrod Elementary School, Royall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Vista Elementary School?
446 students attend North Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Vista Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Vista Elementary School?
North Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Vista Elementary School offer ?
North Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Vista Elementary School part of?
North Vista Elementary School is part of Florence 01 School District.
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