Serving 1,074 students in grades 5-6, Indian Land Intermediate ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Land Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Land Intermediate's student population of 1,074 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Land Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Land Intermediate is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
10%
31%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Land Intermediate's ranking?
Indian Land Intermediate is ranked #212 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Indian Land Intermediate?
1,074 students attend Indian Land Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Indian Land Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Intermediate?
Indian Land Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Land Intermediate offer ?
Indian Land Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Indian Land Intermediate part of?
Indian Land Intermediate is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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