For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,976 students in 29926, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29926, SC are Hilton Head Island Elementary School, Hilton Head Island Middle School and Hilton Head Island School For The Creative Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29926 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29926, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29926, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilton Head Island Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 School Road
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 342-4100
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 342-4100
Gr: 1-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Hilton Head Island Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
55 Wilborn Road
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 689-4500
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 689-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Hilton Head Island School For The Creative Arts
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10 Bus Drive
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 342-4380
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
(843) 342-4380
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29926, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29926, SC include Hilton Head Island Elementary School, Hilton Head Island Middle School and Hilton Head Island School For The Creative Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29926?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29926.
What is the racial composition of students in 29926?
29926 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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