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Very Good

#172 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 15% in state

Beaufort High

High School · Beaufort 01

84 Sea Island Parkway, Beaufort, SC 29907

Enrollment

1,188

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#172 of 1,176

In Beaufort

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#10 of 32

Beaufort 01

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

High School in Beaufort · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beaufort High

Beaufort High is a public high school in Beaufort, SC, part of Beaufort 01. Beaufort High serves approximately 1,188 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaufort High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Beaufort High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.6
  • SC avg 7.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation14.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,232
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Beaufort High — Students at Beaufort High score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
81%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
85%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Beaufort High Compares

See how Beaufort High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
86th percentile in SC
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
14.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·29 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

84 Sea Island Parkway, Beaufort, SC 29907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beaufort High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Battery Creek High (rated 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coosa Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bridges Preparatory School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort 0.5 mi 7.7
Lady's Island Middle Beaufort 1.0 mi 5.6
Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort 1.8 mi 8.3
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort 1.8 mi 6.6
BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort 2.0 mi 7.4
Beaufort Middle Beaufort 2.0 mi 5.3
Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort 2.2 mi 6.4
Coosa Elementary Beaufort 2.5 mi 8.8
Lady's Island Elementary Beaufort 2.5 mi 5.5
Port Royal Elementary Port Royal 3.2 mi 5.2
BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort 4.3 mi 4.3
Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort 4.5 mi 7.0
Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort 4.9 mi 6.1
Riverview Charter School Beaufort 5.2 mi 7.8
Battery Creek High Beaufort 5.2 mi 8.9
Broad River Elementary Beaufort 5.6 mi 6.5
St. Helena Elementary St. Helena 5.7 mi 5.7
Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort 8.3 mi 4.1
Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook 9.4 mi 3.9
Whale Branch Middle Seabrook 9.5 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

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South Aiken High Aiken, SC 7.8
Dillon High Dillon, SC 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beaufort High

What grades does Beaufort High serve?

Beaufort High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Beaufort High?

Beaufort High has an enrollment of approximately 1,188 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaufort High?

The student-teacher ratio at Beaufort High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beaufort High rank in SC?

Beaufort High ranks #172 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Beaufort High's MySchoolScout rating?

Beaufort High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Beaufort High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaufort High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beaufort High a charter school?

No, Beaufort High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beaufort High a Title I school?

No, Beaufort High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaufort High?

56.6% of students at Beaufort 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,188
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Beaufort County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Beaufort 01
District Enrollment
21,489
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,232
District Rank
#10 of 32

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