Fort Mill High School is a public high school in Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the York County School District 4.
Serving 2,041 students in grades 9-12, Fort Mill High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,041 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Mill 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
Fort Mill High School's student population of 2,041 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Mill High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Mill High School is 0.50, 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
#10 out of 1118 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
9%
31%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellowjacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Mill High School's ranking?
Fort Mill High School is ranked #10 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Mill High School often compared to?
Fort Mill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nation Ford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Mill High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Mill High School is 97%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fort Mill High School?
2,041 students attend Fort Mill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fort Mill High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Mill High School?
Fort Mill High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Mill High School offer ?
Fort Mill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Mill High School part of?
Fort Mill High School is part of York 04 School District.
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