Serving 1,317 students in grades 9-12, Hilton Head Island High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton Head Island High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hilton Head Island High School's student population of 1,317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Mascot
Seahawk
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Light blue
School Rankings
Hilton Head Island High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilton Head Island High School is 0.62, 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
#89 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
46%
14%
Black
10%
31%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilton Head Island High School's ranking?
Hilton Head Island High School is ranked #89 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hilton Head Island High School often compared to?
Hilton Head Island High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hilton Head Island High School?
The graduation rate of Hilton Head Island High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hilton Head Island High School?
1,317 students attend Hilton Head Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hilton Head Island High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilton Head Island High School?
Hilton Head Island High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilton Head Island High School offer ?
Hilton Head Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilton Head Island High School part of?
Hilton Head Island High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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