Beaufort Academy

240 Sams Point Rd, Beaufort, SC, 29907-0299
Beaufort Academy is a PreK – 12th grade independent college preparatory school, designed to instill in students the intellectual curiosity and strength of character for success in college and beyond.  At Beaufort Academy, students will find themselves immersed in a professional learning environment grounded in the core values of integrity, leadership, pride, intellect and respect, which are embodied by the faculty, parents, and students alike.  BA is where learning happens, a sense of community is felt, and every student is encouraged to make a difference.

School Overview:

Beaufort Academy
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Year Founded 1965
Student Body
Total Students 279 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 13% (SC School Avg.: 17%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 50%
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 7 courses
Average SAT score 1784
Average ACT score 24
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $9,000
Tuition Notes Tuition ranges from $6,625 - $11,325.
% on Financial Aid 30%
Admissions Director MJ Simmons
Sports
Total Sports Offered 10 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Football
Golf Sailing
Soccer Swimming
Tennis Volleyball

School Notes:

  • For nearly 50 years, Beaufort Academy has prepared students to go on to become the leaders of tomorrow.  In addition to academic preparation founded by a seamless curriculum, students are encouraged to get involved in student life: to participate in sports, take part in plays, volunteer in our community, and develop leadership skills.   BA has a caring and supportive community that helps students to fully realize their potential. Relationships developed at Beaufort Academy between and among students, teachers, administrators and parents are often lifelong.

  • Profile last updated: 07/10/2012

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Nearby Schools:

Beaufort Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
St Peters Catholic School
Gr. PK-8 | 1.6 mi. away
Ec Montessori & Grade School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-6 | 1.9 mi. away
Beaufort Sda Christian School
Gr. 6-9 | 2.1 mi. away
Mossy Oaks Kindergarten - Pres
Gr. PK-K | 3.6 mi. away
Mary Speaks Christian Academy
Gr. K-11 | 4.9 mi. away

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