Indian Land High vs Nation Ford High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indian Land High
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,905 students
Nation Ford High
Fort Mill · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,921 students
| Measure | Indian Land High Lancaster, South Carolina | Nation Ford High Fort Mill, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #30 of 228 | #3 of 228 |
| National rank | #1507 of 16,910 | #462 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,905 | 1,921 |
| Enrollment | 1,905 | 1,921 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 87% |
| city | Lancaster | Fort Mill |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nation Ford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 78.5).
- •Nation Ford High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 76%).
- •Nation Ford High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 82%).
- •Nation Ford High does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.1).
- •Nation Ford High is the larger school with 1,921 students compared with 1,905.
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 Indian Land High better than Nation Ford High?
On the Success Index (US), Nation Ford High ranks higher (86.9 vs 78.5 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 Indian Land High and Nation Ford High?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Fort Mill in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indian Land High: 1,905. Nation Ford High: 1,921. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indian Land High and Nation Ford High rank in South Carolina?
Indian Land High is 30th of 228 and Nation Ford High is 3rd of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).