My son has done very well at this school. The teachers are wonderful. We are very, very happy with Nation's Ford.
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Posted by a parent on 05/17/09
What a disappointment. After spending nearly a year researching schools in the Charlotte area, we were convinced Nation Ford and the Fort Mill School District would be the best public school for an honor student to transfer to in the middle of a high school career. Sadly, however, we have found the
... Read more administration to lack the willingness to ensure transfer high school students are placed in the right class They make no effort to deal with the individual student and review past performance. In fact, they hold fast to how they 'label' classes and are not willing to take the extra step to see how it compares to the school the student transfers from, preventing the child from achieving levels desired to prepare for a college education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/21/09
I do agree the the front office both at the entrance and guidance can use a lot of help in making you feel welcomed. Sometime they are chatting and won't stop to find out if they can be of service. Over all, IT'S A GREAT SCHOOL. The teachers are nice and my child really likes it there.
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Posted by a parent on 01/16/09
We moved here from Orange county NY, in August, just in time for School to begin. My daughter is a freshman at Nation Ford and is in the band program. We are very happy about the high standards that the school requires from the students. My daughter was amazed that she could ask a question in class and
... Read more not be laughed at. The school is strict and We are very happy about it. Having come from a school that there was a fight nearly every day, drugs offered to students, constant teasing over what you wore, or whatever,this is a great change. This was a good school not in the city but in the suburbs of NY. I hope that Nation Ford remains the same as it is so thestudents can concentrate on maturing and learning, they are our future! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/25/08
We moved to the Charlotte Metro area last August in a rush to get into the Fort Mill School District. After learning of my transfer I did extensive research into the school systems in the area and Fort Mill led the pack hands down. However, it wasn't until we got here and got the kids into school did
... Read more the real impact hit. These schools are amazing. My son is a freshman at Nation Ford and not only are the teachers involved and excellent but the discipline and structure is phenomenal and the parental involvement is great. Having grown up in and come from a sub-par education system - I am grateful for this website which led us to Fort Mill. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/03/08
This is the first year Fort Mill has had 2 high schools so it is definitely a year of transitions. The marching band program is fabulous and enjoys the direction of Martin Dickey. Teachers and programs are great and the principal is very involved. Overall another fantastic Fort Mill educational experience.
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Posted by a parent on 04/17/08
I've lived in the Fort Mill school district throughout my daughter's school years. I moved to Fort Mill due to the ' greatest schools' reputation and haven't regretted one day. She's now a junior at Nation's Ford. Although the school just opened in 2007 the staff has done an excellent job with her education
... Read more and counseling. I don't know any parent who is unhappy with the Fort Mill education system. In general the teachers and staff are extremely conscientious and truly care about the students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/16/08
First of all, the school feels like a prison and when you walk in, you are not welcomed. It is hard to find your way around and the halls are barron. The teachers themselves are 'nice,' and my child learns a lot, however, the school makes her feel unwelcome. Overall the teachers are great, the staff
... Read more is wonderful- but the old Fort Mill was 1 million times better. Read less
* In 2007-2008 South Carolina used the High School Assessment Program (HSAP) to test grade 10 students in English/language arts and math. The HSAP is a high school graduation requirement. The HSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
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English as Second Language
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Fort Mill schools — Nation Ford High School is located at 1400 A O Jones Blvd, Fort Mill SC 29715. 1400 A O Jones Blvd is in the 29715 ZIP code in Fort Mill, SC The school district for Nation Ford High School is the Fort Mill School District 4. Nation Ford High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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