Serving 1,921 students in grades 9-12, Nation Ford High School ranks in the top 5% 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 93% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nation Ford High serves the eastern part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 33.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nation Ford 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nation Ford High School's student population of 1,921 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,921 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Nation Ford High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nation Ford High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#31 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
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)
93%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
50%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-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 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-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 Nation Ford High School's ranking?
Nation Ford High School is ranked #31 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Nation Ford High School often compared to?
Nation Ford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Mill High 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 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nation Ford High School?
The graduation rate of Nation Ford High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Nation Ford High School?
1,921 students attend Nation Ford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nation Ford High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nation Ford High School?
Nation Ford High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nation Ford High School offer ?
Nation Ford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nation Ford High School part of?
Nation Ford High School is part of York 04 School District.
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