Fort Mill Leads the Charge in York County’s Education Rankings
If you’re in Fort Mill, South Carolina, you have plenty of reasons to be proud these days! Recently, Fort Mill School District was recognized as the number one school district in the entire state of South Carolina according to the 2025 rankings by Niche.com. This outstanding achievement showcases not only a commitment to high-quality education but also reflects the strong support from the community.
It’s no wonder Fort Mill has garnered such accolades—it’s not just the best in the state but also the top school district in the surrounding Charlotte metro area. The district is particularly noted for having the best teachers in that area, which plays a crucial role in creating a stimulating and nurturing learning environment for students.
Clover Schools Shine Bright
Just a stone’s throw away, the Clover School District isn’t far behind, having secured the third place among public school districts in South Carolina. Clover’s dedication to academic excellence is truly impressive. In fact, several of its schools have made significant standings in their respective categories. For example, Oakridge Elementary proudly sits at the 15th spot among public elementary schools statewide. Clover also boasts Oakridge Middle School, ranked 13th among middle schools. Clearly, the Clover School District is making waves in the educational waters!
The Rock Hill District Makes Progress
The York School District rounds out the group from York County, coming in at 37th. The district remains committed to fostering student growth and improving educational outcomes. The future does look bright as they strive to climb the rankings in the upcoming years!
Elementary School Rankings Unveiled
When it comes to elementary schools, Fort Mill School District absolutely dominates. The district has managed to claim the top ten positions in South Carolina, led by Gold Hill Elementary, which was ranked as the best in the state. Following closely behind are Tega Cay, Pleasant Knoll, and Kings Town Elementary, taking the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively. It’s clear that Fort Mill’s younger learners are getting a fantastic start to their educational journey.
Spotlight on Middle Schools
The excellence doesn’t stop there! Fort Mill’s middle schools also shone bright in the rankings. Springfield Middle School clinched the top spot, followed by Pleasant Knoll, Gold Hill, Fort Mill, Forest Creek, and Banks Trail Middle Schools rounding out the top six. Clover’s Oakridge Middle School took a respectable 13th position, marking Clover’s commitment to providing a solid middle school education.
High School Brilliance
Even in the high school category, Fort Mill didn’t disappoint! All three of its high schools made it to the top 15, with Catawba Ridge High School securing the 7th place, Fort Mill High School at 11th, and Nation Ford High School closely following in 14th place out of 243 public high schools in South Carolina.
Celebrating a Community Success
The results of these rankings reflect the hard work of educators, students, and community members throughout York County. With Fort Mill and Clover leading the way, it’s evident that this area is setting a high standard for educational excellence in South Carolina. Everyone should feel proud of these accomplishments, and who knows what heights these districts will reach in the future!
