Hilton Head Island High

Beaufort 01
70 Wilborn Road
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
1,265 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Hilton Head Island High School, located at 70 Wilborn Road, serves as the primary public high school for the community of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. As a key institution within the Beaufort County School District, the school is well-regarded for its diverse academic environment and its commitment to preparing students for both higher education and career paths. The school grounds are centrally located on the island, providing a focal point for student life and community activities in the region.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Hilton Head Island High is known for offering a variety of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, arts, and specialized academic clubs. The school culture emphasizes student engagement and community involvement, leveraging its unique coastal location to provide a distinct educational experience. By fostering a balance between rigorous coursework and student development, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to succeed in an increasingly globalized world.
1,265
Total Students
96.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    572 (45.2%)
  • White
    487 (38.5%)
  • Black
    149 (11.8%)
  • Two or More
    37 (2.9%)
  • Asian
    19 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Beaufort 01
Phone: (843)689-4800
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,265
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 96.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 349
Grade 10 307
Grade 11 275
Grade 12 334
Gender Ratio