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Conway High

High School · Horry 01

2301 Church Street, Conway, SC 29526

Enrollment

1,711

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#619 of 1,176

In Conway

#10 of 14

public schools

In district

#41 of 55

Horry 01

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

High School in Conway · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Conway High

Conway High is a public high school in Conway, SC, part of Horry 01. Conway High serves approximately 1,711 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Conway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #619 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Conway High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Conway High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate78%
AP Participation5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Conway High — Students at Conway High score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
82%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Conway High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in SC
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
95 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2301 Church Street, Conway, SC 29526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Conway High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HCS Early College High (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) (rated 8.1/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carolina Forest High (rated 7.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway 0.9 mi 5.3
Whittemore Park Middle Conway 1.1 mi 5.2
Conway Middle Conway 1.4 mi 5.5
Conway Elementary Conway 1.7 mi 7.2
South Conway Elementary Conway 2.1 mi 7.7
Homewood Elementary Conway 2.0 mi 6.7
Academy of Hope Charter Conway 3.1 mi 4.5
Waccamaw Elementary Conway 4.0 mi 6.7
Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) Conway 4.3 mi 8.1
Pee Dee Elementary Conway 4.9 mi 6.6
HCS Early College High Conway 5.7 mi 8.8
HCS Scholars Academy High Conway 6.0 mi 6.6
Black Water Middle Conway 5.9 mi 5.0
Carolina Forest High Myrtle Beach 7.9 mi 7.0
Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach 9.0 mi 7.1
Carolina Forest Elementary Myrtle Beach 9.3 mi 6.6
Kingston Elementary Conway 9.0 mi 7.7
Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach 10.5 mi 6.8
Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach 10.5 mi 5.2
BREAD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Galivants Ferry 9.8 mi

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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Southside High Greenville, SC 6.3
Westside High Anderson, SC 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Conway High

What grades does Conway High serve?

Conway High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Conway High?

Conway High has an enrollment of approximately 1,711 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Conway High?

The student-teacher ratio at Conway High is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Conway High rank in SC?

Conway High ranks #619 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Conway High's MySchoolScout rating?

Conway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Conway High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Conway High a charter school?

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

Is Conway High a Title I school?

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

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

65.1% of students at Conway High 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,711
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%
4-Year Graduation
78.0%

District

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

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