Serving 1,042 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Indian Land 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 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Land Elementary serves the northwest part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 56.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being around 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Land Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Land Elementary School's student population of 1,042 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,042 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Indian Land 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 Indian Land Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#135 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
61%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Land Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Land Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Indian Land Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Land Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg 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 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Indian Land Elementary School?
1,042 students attend Indian Land Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Indian Land Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Land Elementary School?
Indian Land Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Land Elementary School offer ?
Indian Land Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Land Elementary School part of?
Indian Land Elementary School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
We bought a home IL in 2010. This school may be satisfactory if your child performs at grade level but if they are bright then it's better to make an investment and educate them elsewhere. My daughter spends most of her day waiting for the rest of the class to catch up. The problem is that they never catch up. If buying a home in this area, dig deeper and don't listen to realtors telling you that the schools are great. The great schools are in Fort Mill and that is a different county
5 10/10/2025
In reply to the above mentioned person (Donan) You have to be greatly misguided . Your comments cannot be farthest from the truth. Indian Land Elementary is a great school and does not its fair recognition. Teachers and students work very hard to compete with other schools despite our disadvantages to other school districts. Demographics are changing and our school will help to bring students along to the standards of other children. I know a few teachers that work in Fort Mill and the performance and learning environment is comparable our great school.
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