Best Schools in Port Royal, South Carolina
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Port Royal Elementary
Elementary · Beaufort 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$252,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$252,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Port Royal
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Royal Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $64,631
- Median home value
- $252,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 33%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Royal compares
Median household income
$65k
104% of South Carolina median
Beaufort 01 runs Port Royal's public schools
1 public school. Beaufort 01 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Port Royal is a Beaufort 01 school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Port Royal, South Carolina
Port Royal, South Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Port Royal perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Port Royal is Port Royal Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port Royal is served by 1 school district: Beaufort 01. These districts collectively serve 21,489 students.
Port Royal's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,631. The poverty rate in the area is 13.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Complete StudentPrivate 100 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Port Royal
Port Royal, South Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,631
Median Home Value
$252,000
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
4,030
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
33%
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Community Profile
Port Royal has a median household income of $64,631. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,000, with a median rent of $1,353/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Port Royal, South Carolina
How many schools are in Port Royal, South Carolina?
Port Royal has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port Royal, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Royal is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Port Royal, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Port Royal on MySchoolScout is Port Royal Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port Royal, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port Royal on MySchoolScout is Port Royal Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Port Royal, South Carolina?
Port Royal is served by 1 school district: Beaufort 01.
What is the education level in Port Royal, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Port Royal have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port Royal, South Carolina?
The median household income in Port Royal is approximately $64,631 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Port Royal, South Carolina?
Yes, Port Royal has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Complete Student with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Royal, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Royal is 9.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Royal, South Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.