Buford High vs Eau Claire High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford High
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
532 students
Eau Claire High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
542 students
| Measure | Buford High Lancaster, South Carolina | Eau Claire High Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #79 of 228 | #186 of 228 |
| National rank | #3095 of 16,910 | #10537 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 532 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 532 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 22% |
| city | Lancaster | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 41.7).
- •Buford High does better on math proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •Buford High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Eau Claire High is the larger school with 542 students compared with 532.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buford High better than Eau Claire High?
On the Success Index (US), Buford High ranks higher (70.8 vs 41.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buford High and Eau Claire High?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford High: 532. Eau Claire High: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford High and Eau Claire High rank in South Carolina?
Buford High is 79th of 228 and Eau Claire High is 186th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).