Hilton Head Preparatory School seeks to educate college-bound students in a safe environment.
Instilling personal integrity is central to our educational purpose.
We strive to prepare a diverse population of qualified students for academic challenges, for a successful college experience, and for rewarding lives.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SC School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,640
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hilton Head Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1965
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
437 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
78%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus AB
ChemistryEnglish Language
English LiteratureFrench
GovernmentPhysics
SpanishStatistics
Studio ArtU.S. History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,640
Tuition Notes
This is the uppeer school tuition. Tuition is at lower levels in the lower grades
Summer Program Cost Notes
Costs vary depending on the program selected.
% on Financial Aid
38%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Sarah DeMaria
Admissions Associate
Krista Hanna
Application URL
Endowment Size
$5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Big BuddiesChess Club
DrumlineEnvironmental Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)Girls Talk Club
Interact ClubNational Honor Society
Outdoor ClubQuiz Bowl Club
Robotics ClubRocketry Club
SALSA ClubStudent Council
Students of Diverse BackgroundsYearbook
Zonta Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring Students to be Exceptional
- School Mascot: Dolphins
- Hilton Head Preparatory School is a private, independent school where boys and girls from 15 months through twelfth grade are challenged and encouraged to develop into confident and thoughtful young adults. Teachers, students and parents hold high expectations as students pursue a rigorous curriculum and exciting extra-curricular activities. Whether in lower, middle or upper school, every teacher knows who you are. Hilton Head Prep currently offers a Montessori track from 15 months through third grade alongside a traditional track from Kindergarten through third grade. All students merge into a traditional track in the fourth grade.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Alumni name 1, notable achievements
- Alumni name 2, notable achievements
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hilton Head Preparatory School cost?
Hilton Head Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $25,640 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Hilton Head Preparatory School?
Hilton Head Preparatory School famous alumni include: Alumni name 1, notable achievements and Alumni name 2, notable achievements.
Does Hilton Head Preparatory School offer a summer program?
Yes, Hilton Head Preparatory School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Hilton Head Preparatory School offer?
Hilton Head Preparatory School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Hilton Head Preparatory School's ranking?
Hilton Head Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Hilton Head Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Hilton Head Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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