Beaufort Academy
Tel:
(843) 929-9207
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.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 286 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Beaufort Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association Other school association(s) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1965 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 286 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 11% State avg.: 14% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 26 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 7 courses |
| Average SAT score | 1190 |
| Average ACT score | 23 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition ranges from $5,200 - $11,725. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Admissions Director | MJ Simmons |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, 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.
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- BeaufortBeaufort Christian School(Baptist)Grades: PK-12 | 73 students
5.6 miles
378 Parris Island Gtwy
Beaufort, SC 29906
(843) 525-0635 5.6 PK-12
73 - BeaufortSt. Peters Catholic School(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-6 | 230 students
1.6 miles
70 Lady's Island Dr
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 522-2163 1.6 PK-6
230 - Hilton Head Island Grades: NS-12 | 382 students
15.9 miles
55 Gardner Drive
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 681-2878 15.9 NS-12
382 - Hilton Head Island Grades: PK-12 | 386 students
22.1 miles
8 Foxgrape Rd
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 671-2286 22.1 PK-12
386 - Columbia Grades: 7-12 | 555 students
114.5 miles
2945 Alpine Road
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 782-2814 114.5 7-12
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