Serving 702 students in grades 1-5, Hilton Head Island Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilton Head Island Elementary serves the southern part of Hilton Head Island, SC, covering an area of approximately 71.1 square miles. Most families are typically within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilton Head Island Elementary School's student population of 702 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilton Head Island Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilton Head Island Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#489 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pale Pink, Light Blue, Pale Yellow, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilton Head Island Elementary School's ranking?
Hilton Head Island Elementary School is ranked #489 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hilton Head Island Elementary School often compared to?
Hilton Head Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Head Island School For The Creative Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hilton Head Island Elementary School?
702 students attend Hilton Head Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hilton Head Island Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% 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 Hilton Head Island Elementary School?
Hilton Head Island Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilton Head Island Elementary School offer ?
Hilton Head Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilton Head Island Elementary School part of?
Hilton Head Island Elementary School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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