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Schools in Hilton Head & Bluffton

The Ultimate Guide

All public schools listed are part of the Beaufort County School District.
School assignments are based on residential zoning and should always be verified directly with the district or individual school.

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Public Schools – Bluffton

Elementary Schools

  • Bluffton Elementary School
  • Okatie Elementary School
  • Pritchardville Elementary School
  • Red Cedar Elementary School
  • Michael C. Riley Elementary School

Middle Schools

  • Bluffton Middle School
  • H.E. McCracken Middle School

High Schools

  • Bluffton High School
  • May River High School

Public Schools – Hilton Head Island

Elementary Schools

  • Hilton Head Island Elementary School
  • Broad Creek Elementary School

Middle Schools

  • Hilton Head Island Middle School

High Schools

  • Hilton Head Island High School

Charter Schools

  • River Ridge Academy (K–8)
  • Riverview Charter School (K–8)

Private & Independent Schools

Bluffton & Surrounding Area

  • Hilton Head Christian Academy (PK–12)
  • Cross Schools (PK–12)
  • May River Montessori School (PK–Elementary)
  • St. Gregory the Great Catholic School (PK–8)

Hilton Head Island

  • Hilton Head Preparatory School (PK–12)
  • St. Francis Catholic School (PK–8)

Important Disclaimer

School zoning, enrollment availability, and grade levels may change. Families should independently verify all school information directly with the Beaufort County School District or the individual school.