Bluffton High School is a public high school within the Beaufort County School District, located in Bluffton, South Carolina, United States.
Serving 1,375 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluffton High serves the southwest part of Bluffton, SC, covering an area of approximately 167.4 square miles. Students typically live within a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bluffton High School's student population of 1,375 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres (24 ha)
School Motto
It is Better to be a Bobcat!
School Rankings
Bluffton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffton High School is 0.64, 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
#28 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: 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 #28 out of 1,118 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluffton High School?
The graduation rate of Bluffton High School is 93%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Bluffton High School?
1,375 students attend Bluffton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bluffton High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluffton High School part of?
Bluffton High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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