Serving 1,318 students in grades 9-12, Bluffton 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 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluffton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bluffton High School's student population of 1,318 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bluffton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffton High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#36 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
47%
12%
Black
11%
32%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffton High School's ranking?
Bluffton High School is ranked #36 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bluffton High School often compared to?
Bluffton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like May River High School, Hilton Head Island High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluffton High School?
The graduation rate of Bluffton High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bluffton High School?
1,318 students attend Bluffton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bluffton High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluffton High School?
Bluffton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bluffton High School offer ?
Bluffton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluffton High School part of?
Bluffton High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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