Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center serves 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center's student population of 301 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Promoting Curiosity, Exploration and Self-Expression: Proud to be a Title I School
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center is 0.58, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
59%
15%
Black
14%
31%
White
23%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Head Island School For The Creative Arts by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center?
301 students attend Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center?
Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center offer ?
Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center part of?
Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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