Very Good
#43 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 22% of private schools
Heritage Academy
High School
11 NEW ORLEANS RD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#43 of 192
In Hilton Head Island
#1 of 5
public schools
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Heritage Academy
High School in Hilton Head Island · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy is a private high school in Hilton Head Island, SC. Heritage Academy serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Heritage Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Heritage Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heritage 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 Heritage Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Hilton Head Island, SC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hilton Head Island
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center | 7.8 |
| Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts | 6.3 |
| Hilton Head Island Elementary | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island High | 8.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Middle | 6.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
11 NEW ORLEANS RD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bluffton High (rated 9.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hilton Head Island High (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, May River High (rated 8.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hilton Head Island, see our Hilton Head Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEA PINES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hilton Head Island | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center Hilton Head Island | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts Hilton Head Island | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Hilton Head Island Elementary Hilton Head Island | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island High Hilton Head Island | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Middle Hilton Head Island | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HILTON HEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hilton Head Island | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Michael C. Riley Elementary Bluffton | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MAY RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bluffton | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Red Cedar Elementary Bluffton | 9.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Bluffton Middle Bluffton | 9.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bluffton Elementary Bluffton | 10.5 mi | 7.1 |
| H. E. McCracken Middle Bluffton | 10.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Bluffton High Bluffton | 10.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Tybee Island Maritime Academy School Tybee Island | 11.9 mi | 8.9 |
| River Ridge Academy Bluffton | 13.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort | 15.3 mi | 6.1 |
| May River High Bluffton | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,979
Median Home Value
$776,600
Median Rent
$1,806/mo
Population
15,178
College Educated
63%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
63.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aiken Scholars Academy Aiken, SC | 7.4 |
| Berkeley County Middle College High Moncks Corner, SC | 7.5 |
| NEW HOPE CAROLINAS Rock Hill, SC | 7.7 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College Columbia, SC | 7.7 |
| Midlands Middle College Columbia, SC | 7.8 |
| Calhoun Falls Charter School Calhoun Falls, SC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Academy
What grades does Heritage Academy serve?
Heritage Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage Academy?
Heritage Academy has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heritage Academy rank in SC?
Heritage Academy ranks #43 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Heritage Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage 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 Heritage Academy a religious school?
No, Heritage Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 4.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Beaufort County
- Phone
- (843) 842-8600
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