Very Good
#34 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 17% of private schools
Beaufort Academy
School
240 SAMS POINT RD, Beaufort, SC 29907
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#34 of 192
In Beaufort
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Beaufort Academy
Beaufort Academy is a private school in Beaufort, SC. Beaufort Academy serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaufort Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Beaufort Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beaufort Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Beaufort Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Beaufort, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaufort Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Coosa Elementary | 8.8 |
| Lady's Island Middle | 5.6 |
| Beaufort High | 7.8 |
| Bridges Preparatory School | 8.3 |
| Beaufort Elementary | 6.6 |
| Lady's Island Elementary | 5.5 |
| Beaufort Middle | 5.3 |
| Mossy Oaks Elementary | 6.4 |
| Robert Smalls Leadership Academy | 7.0 |
| Battery Creek High | 8.9 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School | 6.1 |
| Broad River Elementary | 6.5 |
| Riverview Charter School | 7.8 |
| Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
240 SAMS POINT RD, Beaufort, SC 29907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaufort Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bridges Preparatory School (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lowcountry Montessori School (rated 6.1/10, 6.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 5.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coosa Elementary Beaufort | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Lady's Island Middle Beaufort | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Beaufort High Beaufort | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lady's Island Elementary Beaufort | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Beaufort Middle Beaufort | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Port Royal Elementary Port Royal | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Helena Elementary St. Helena | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort | 5.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort | 5.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Battery Creek High Beaufort | 6.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Riverview Charter School Beaufort | 7.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Broad River Elementary Beaufort | 6.9 mi | 6.5 |
| AMIKIDS BEAUFORT Seabrook | 9.4 mi | — |
| Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook | 8.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Whale Branch Middle Seabrook | 9.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,777
Median Home Value
$399,600
Median Rent
$1,706/mo
Population
14,848
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHARLESTON COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Johns Island, SC | 7.5 |
| FRANCIS HUGH WARDLAW ACADEMY Johnston, SC | 7.1 |
| HOLLY HILL ACADEMY Holly Hill, SC | 7.1 |
| STEP OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ridgeland, SC | 7.1 |
| OAKBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Spartanburg, SC | 7.8 |
| WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Hill, SC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beaufort Academy
What grades does Beaufort Academy serve?
Beaufort Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Beaufort Academy?
Beaufort Academy has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beaufort Academy rank in SC?
Beaufort Academy ranks #34 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Beaufort Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaufort Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beaufort Academy a private school?
Yes, Beaufort Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Beaufort Academy a religious school?
No, Beaufort Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Beaufort County
- Phone
- (843) 929-9207
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