Serving 1,343 students in grades 9-12, Hilton Head Island 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 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 57% 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: 1,343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton Head Island 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
Hilton Head Island High School's student population of 1,343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island 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
#45 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
43%
12%
Black
10%
32%
White
43%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Hilton Head Island High School's ranking?
Hilton Head Island High School is ranked #45 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hilton Head Island High School often compared to?
Hilton Head Island High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hilton Head Island High School?
The graduation rate of Hilton Head Island High School is 89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hilton Head Island High School?
1,343 students attend Hilton Head Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hilton Head Island High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilton Head Island High School?
Hilton Head Island High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilton Head Island High School offer ?
Hilton Head Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilton Head Island High School part of?
Hilton Head Island High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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