Robert Smalls International Academy

Beaufort, SC 29906

Phone: (843) 322-2535
Fax: (843) 322-2563
District: Beaufort 01 School District

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public • Grades PK-8 • 785 students

Beaufort's Robert Smalls International Academy is a public school that serves grades PK-8 in the Beaufort 01 School District. Based on its state test results, it has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10.

Robert Smalls International Academy is a public school located in Beaufort, SC. 785 students attend Robert Smalls International Academy.

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Test Scores 3/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) Tests data from South Carolina Department of Education, and using 2024 College and Career Ready Assessments (READY) data from South Carolina Department of Education.
Student Growth 7/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from South Carolina Department of Education, and using 2024 Student Growth - Middle Level data from South Carolina Department of Education.

Worrisome patterns of chronic student absenteeism have been identified.

Posted: May 7, 2026

I have had a very good relationship with the school. I find the staff authentic, honest, and deeply caring for the best of our children.

Posted: December 1, 2025

I love how the teachers are so supportive

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Posted: March 24, 2015

Robert Smalls is now an International Academy. I have 2 children attending and I couldn't be more pleased. I realize teachers make a huge difference in school experience. I feel like I can send a message to any of the teachers at any given time and they will respond ASAP. The teachers they have are excellent! I am impressed with the dedication and the communication the give! Great things are happening there.

Posted: March 6, 2014

This school has brought me the best years of my life. The teachers are for the most part good and most understand the kids in their class. The teachers care about the students and the students aspirations. It might not be the best "number wise" but the students that do care excel.

Posted: December 3, 2013

this school is ok I mean its not the best school ever. if your thinking about enrolling your kid to RSMS then its a bad idea. school levels are low. I like that we get a little freedom but its like a good looking prison. my school can improve by letting up a little bit and let kids be kids but with rules. at the most this school is a 1 and a half star rating in my opinion.

Posted: August 3, 2013

I attended this school for 2 years. I loved most of my teachers, they always went the extra mile to help me with any of my concerns. Personally my favorite teachers were Mrs.Harding & Mr.Mcpherson. Sadly I moved and could not attend this school anymore .

Posted: June 27, 2011

This school has some really dedicated folks - the principals, APs, guidance, teachers, school improvement folks, parents and students. Looking forward to hearing more great things about Robert Smalls students.

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Previously lived in: Oklahoma City, San Angelo, Jacksonville

Reviewed:

Terrible school district. Can't keep teachers, and the teachers they do keep are awful.

http://www.islandpacket.com/news/local/education/article47192795.html

  • Recommendations: Anywhere in Bluffton
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# Name Type City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Shadow Moss Neighborhood/Subdivision Beaufort SC 2.1 mi
2 Habersham Neighborhood/Subdivision Beaufort SC 2.3 mi
3 Cottage Farm Area of Town Beaufort SC 2.3 mi
4 Laurel bay Neighborhood/Subdivision Beaufort SC 3.9 mi
5 Pleasant Point Plantation Neighborhood/Subdivision Beaufort SC 4.7 mi
6 Royal Pines Neighborhood/Subdivision Beaufort SC 5.5 mi
7 The Farm at Buckwalter Neighborhood/Subdivision Bluffton SC 15.9 mi
8 University Park Neighborhood/Subdivision Hardeeville SC 16.4 mi
9 Lake Shore Neighborhood/Subdivision Port Wentworth GA 33.1 mi
10 Capital Crest at Godley Station Apartment Complex Savannah GA 35.3 mi
11 Village Green Neighborhood/Subdivision Savannah GA 40.8 mi
12 Fords Pointe Apartment Complex Savannah GA 43.3 mi
13 Richmond Place Neighborhood/Subdivision Richmond Hill GA 46.5 mi
14 Richmond Heights Neighborhood/Subdivision Richmond Hill GA 47.5 mi
15 Mainstreet Neighborhood/Subdivision Richmond Hill GA 47.8 mi
16 White Oak Neighborhood/Subdivision Richmond Hill GA 47.9 mi
17 Plantation Way Neighborhood/Subdivision Richmond Hill GA 47.9 mi
18 Village Green Neighborhood/Subdivision Charleston SC 48.4 mi
# Name City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Lady's Island Lady's Island SC 6.2 mi
2 Downtown Savannah savannah GA 31.4 mi
3 Pooler Pooler GA 36.6 mi
4 Guyton Guyton GA 38.7 mi
5 Richmond Hill Richmond Hill GA 47.1 mi
6 Richmond Hill Richmond Hill GA 47.1 mi
7 West Ashley Charleston SC 47.4 mi
Base Distance
Beaufort MCAS 3.4 mi.
Beaufort Naval Hospital 3.9 mi.
Parris Island MCRD 6.4 mi.
Hunter Army Airfield 35.9 mi.
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