Battery Creek High School is a public high school within the Beaufort County School District, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, United States. The school serves students in suburban areas of Beaufort, St. Helena, and Lady's Island. It enrolled 757 students in the 2011–2012 school year.
Serving 829 students in grades 9-12, Battery Creek High 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battery Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Battery Creek High School's student population of 829 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Motto
Building Bright Futures through Engagement and Learning
School Rankings
Battery Creek High 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 Battery Creek High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#568 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
44%
31%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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: Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battery Creek High School's ranking?
Battery Creek High School is ranked #568 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Battery Creek High School often compared to?
Battery Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaufort High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battery Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Battery Creek High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Battery Creek High School?
829 students attend Battery Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Battery Creek High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battery Creek High School?
Battery Creek High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battery Creek High School offer ?
Battery Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battery Creek High School part of?
Battery Creek High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/13/2016
I recommend this school if you're looking to have a good/really fun time in highschool. The teachers really slack though. Do sports and talk to people and you'll be great. I regret leaving this school because it was fun.
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