Buford High vs Lancaster High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 15 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
Lancaster High
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,390 students
| Measure | Buford High Lancaster, South Carolina | Lancaster High Lancaster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #79 of 228 | #175 of 228 |
| National rank | #3095 of 16,910 | #9234 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 532 | 1,390 |
| Enrollment | 532 | 1,390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 34% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 46.8).
- •Buford High does better on math proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •Buford High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Buford High does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 16.0).
- •Lancaster High is the larger school with 1,390 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 Lancaster High?
On the Success Index (US), Buford High ranks higher (70.8 vs 46.8 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 Lancaster High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford High: 532. Lancaster High: 1,390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford High and Lancaster High rank in South Carolina?
Buford High is 79th of 228 and Lancaster High is 175th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).