Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Hilton Head Island Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilton Head Island Middle serves the southern part of its school district, covering an area of approximately 71.1 square miles on Hilton Head Island, SC. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilton Head Island Middle School's student population of 778 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
778 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
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School Rankings
Hilton Head Island Middle School ranks within the bottom 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 Middle School is 0.63, 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
#701 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1995–2025 (no data for 1998, 1999, 2005 and 2019)
Hispanic
51%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Black
12%
31%
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White
31%
46%
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Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1991–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy, Blue, and Silver
School Mascot
Stingray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilton Head Island Middle School's ranking?
Hilton Head Island Middle School is ranked #701 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hilton Head Island Middle School often compared to?
Hilton Head Island Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton Middle School, Beaufort Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hilton Head Island Middle School?
778 students attend Hilton Head Island Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hilton Head Island Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilton Head Island Middle School?
Hilton Head Island Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilton Head Island Middle School offer ?
Hilton Head Island Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilton Head Island Middle School part of?
Hilton Head Island Middle School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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