Indian Land High School is a public high school in "the Panhandle" of Lancaster County, South Carolina, United States. It is one of four high schools in Lancaster County School District.
Serving 1,905 students in grades 9-12, Indian Land High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Land High serves the northwest part of Lancaster, SC, covering an area of approximately 56.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Land High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Land High School's student population of 1,905 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Land High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Land High 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
#56 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Land High School's ranking?
Indian Land High School is ranked #56 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Indian Land High School often compared to?
Indian Land High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford High School, Lancaster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indian Land High School?
The graduation rate of Indian Land High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Indian Land High School?
1,905 students attend Indian Land High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Indian Land High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Land High School?
Indian Land High 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 High School offer ?
Indian Land High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Land High School part of?
Indian Land High School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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