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#81 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 42% of private schools
Hilton Head Preparatory School
School
8 FOX GRAPE RD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#81 of 192
In Hilton Head Island
#4 of 5
public schools
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Hilton Head Preparatory School
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About Hilton Head Preparatory School
Hilton Head Preparatory School is a private school in Hilton Head Island, SC. Hilton Head Preparatory School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilton Head Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hilton Head Preparatory School 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 Hilton Head Preparatory School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Hilton Head Island, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hilton Head Preparatory School (this school) | 6.6 |
| 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.
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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
8 FOX GRAPE RD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hilton Head Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bluffton High (rated 9.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tybee Island Maritime Academy School (rated 8.9/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Tybee Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River Ridge Academy (rated 8.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hilton Head Island, see our Hilton Head Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEA PINES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center Hilton Head Island | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts Hilton Head Island | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Hilton Head Island Elementary Hilton Head Island | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island High Hilton Head Island | 6.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Middle Hilton Head Island | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HILTON HEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hilton Head Island | 7.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Michael C. Riley Elementary Bluffton | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MAY RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bluffton | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Tybee Island Maritime Academy School Tybee Island | 9.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Red Cedar Elementary Bluffton | 9.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Bluffton Middle Bluffton | 10.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Bluffton Elementary Bluffton | 10.5 mi | 7.1 |
| H. E. McCracken Middle Bluffton | 10.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bluffton High Bluffton | 10.7 mi | 9.1 |
| May River High Bluffton | 12.7 mi | 8.0 |
| River Ridge Academy Bluffton | 13.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Savannah | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASHLEY HALL SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 6.5 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville, SC | 6.5 |
| CATHEDRAL ACADEMY North Charleston, SC | 6.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Summerville, SC | 6.8 |
| HILTON HEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hilton Head Island, SC | 6.8 |
| Thornwell Charter School Clinton, SC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hilton Head Preparatory School
What grades does Hilton Head Preparatory School serve?
Hilton Head Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Hilton Head Preparatory School?
Hilton Head Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilton Head Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hilton Head Preparatory School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hilton Head Preparatory School rank in SC?
Hilton Head Preparatory School ranks #81 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Hilton Head Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hilton Head Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hilton Head Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Hilton Head Preparatory School 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 Hilton Head Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Hilton Head Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 440
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Beaufort County
- Phone
- (843) 715-8507
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