Beaufort High School is a public high school within the Beaufort County School District, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, United States, on Lady's Island. The school serves students in downtown areas of Beaufort and Port Royal in addition to students living on Lady's Island and St. Helena Island.
Serving 1,188 students in grades 9-12, Beaufort High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaufort High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beaufort High School's student population of 1,188 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Beaufort High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaufort High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
40%
31%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaufort High School's ranking?
Beaufort High School is ranked #272 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Beaufort High School often compared to?
Beaufort High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battery Creek High School, Whale Branch Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beaufort High School?
The graduation rate of Beaufort High School is 80%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Beaufort High School?
1,188 students attend Beaufort High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Beaufort High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaufort High School?
Beaufort High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaufort High School offer ?
Beaufort High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaufort High School part of?
Beaufort High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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