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Very Good

#356 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 30% in state

Conway Elementary

Elementary School · Horry 01

1101 Snowhill Drive, Conway, SC 29526

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#356 of 1,176

In Conway

#5 of 14

public schools

In district

#16 of 55

Horry 01

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Conway Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Conway · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Conway Middle

5.5/10

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6.7/10

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About Conway Elementary

Conway Elementary is a public elementary school in Conway, SC, part of Horry 01. Conway Elementary serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Conway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Conway Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Conway Elementary — Students at Conway Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Conway Elementary Compares

See how Conway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
70th percentile in SC
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1101 Snowhill Drive, Conway, SC 29526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Conway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Conway Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kingston Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Palmetto Bays Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Conway Middle Conway 0.6 mi 5.5
Homewood Elementary Conway 1.7 mi 6.7
Whittemore Park Middle Conway 1.6 mi 5.2
Conway High Conway 1.7 mi 6.2
CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway 1.9 mi 5.3
South Conway Elementary Conway 2.6 mi 7.7
Waccamaw Elementary Conway 2.8 mi 6.7
Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) Conway 3.5 mi 8.1
HCS Early College High Conway 4.5 mi 8.8
Black Water Middle Conway 4.4 mi 5.0
HCS Scholars Academy High Conway 4.7 mi 6.6
Academy of Hope Charter Conway 4.7 mi 4.5
Carolina Forest High Myrtle Beach 6.6 mi 7.0
Pee Dee Elementary Conway 6.4 mi 6.6
Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach 8.4 mi 7.1
Kingston Elementary Conway 7.5 mi 7.7
Carolina Forest Elementary Myrtle Beach 8.0 mi 6.6
Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach 9.7 mi 5.2
Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach 9.7 mi 6.8
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Myrtle Beach 9.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,490

Median Home Value

$232,100

Median Rent

$943/mo

Population

51,176

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Conway Elementary

What grades does Conway Elementary serve?

Conway Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Conway Elementary?

Conway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Conway Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Conway Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Conway Elementary rank in SC?

Conway Elementary ranks #356 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Conway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Conway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Conway Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Conway Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Conway Elementary a charter school?

No, Conway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Conway Elementary a Title I school?

No, Conway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Conway Elementary?

57.5% of students at Conway Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Horry 01
District Enrollment
48,205
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,222
District Rank
#16 of 55

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