Excellent
#18 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 1% in state
Battery Creek High
High School · Beaufort 01
1 Blue Dolphin Drive, Beaufort, SC 29906
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#18 of 1,176
In Beaufort
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 32
Beaufort 01
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Battery Creek High
Battery Creek High is a public high school in Beaufort, SC, part of Beaufort 01. Battery Creek High serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Battery Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Battery Creek High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Battery Creek High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Battery Creek High — Students at Battery Creek High score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Battery Creek High Compares
See how Battery Creek High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Blue Dolphin Drive, Beaufort, SC 29906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Battery Creek High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Whale Branch Early College High (rated 9.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Seabrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beaufort High (rated 7.8/10, 5.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Broad River Elementary Beaufort | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Riverview Charter School Beaufort | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Beaufort Middle Beaufort | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Port Royal Elementary Port Royal | 5.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Beaufort High Beaufort | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Whale Branch Early College High Seabrook | 6.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook | 6.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Whale Branch Middle Seabrook | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Coosa Elementary Beaufort | 5.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Lady's Island Middle Beaufort | 6.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lobeco | 8.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,350
Median Home Value
$236,900
Median Rent
$1,377/mo
Population
26,562
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
29
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darlington High Darlington, SC | 8.9 |
| Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence Ridgeland, SC | 8.9 |
| Spring Hill High Chapin, SC | 8.9 |
| Legion Collegiate Academy Rock Hill, SC | 8.8 |
| Dreher High Columbia, SC | 8.7 |
| Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston, SC | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Battery Creek High
What grades does Battery Creek High serve?
Battery Creek High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Battery Creek High?
Battery Creek High has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Battery Creek High?
The student-teacher ratio at Battery Creek High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Battery Creek High rank in SC?
Battery Creek High ranks #18 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Battery Creek High's MySchoolScout rating?
Battery Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Battery Creek High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Battery Creek High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Battery Creek High a charter school?
No, Battery Creek High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Battery Creek High a Title I school?
No, Battery Creek High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Battery Creek High?
71.9% of students at Battery Creek High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 829
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Beaufort County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (843) 322-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Beaufort 01- District Enrollment
- 21,489
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,232
- District Rank
- #3 of 32
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