Average
#515 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 44% in state
Hcs Scholars Academy High
High School · Horry 01
642 Century Circle, Conway, SC 29526
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#515 of 1,176
In Conway
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#36 of 55
Horry 01
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Hcs Scholars Academy High
High School in Conway · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hcs Scholars Academy High
Hcs Scholars Academy High is a public high school in Conway, SC, part of Horry 01. Hcs Scholars Academy High serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hcs Scholars Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Hcs Scholars Academy High show 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Hcs Scholars Academy High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Hcs Scholars Academy High — Students at Hcs Scholars Academy High score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 1 test record from SC state assessments. About our data
How Hcs Scholars Academy High Compares
See how Hcs Scholars Academy High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
642 Century Circle, Conway, SC 29526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hcs Scholars Academy High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HCS Early College High (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carolina Forest High (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HCS Early College High Conway | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Black Water Middle Conway | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Carolina Forest High Myrtle Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Waccamaw Elementary Conway | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) Conway | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Carolina Forest Elementary Myrtle Beach | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Conway Elementary Conway | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Myrtle Beach | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Conway Middle Conway | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach | 5.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Whittemore Park Middle Conway | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| South Conway Elementary Conway | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Homewood Elementary Conway | 6.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Conway High Conway | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Ten Oaks Middle Myrtle Beach | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway | 6.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Bridgewater Academy Charter Myrtle Beach | 6.9 mi | 5.8 |
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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| Allegro Charter School of Music North Charleston, SC | 6.5 |
| Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses, SC | 6.7 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland, SC | 6.7 |
| Wagener-Sally High Wagener, SC | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Hilton Head Island, SC | 7.2 |
| Aiken Scholars Academy Aiken, SC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hcs Scholars Academy High
What grades does Hcs Scholars Academy High serve?
Hcs Scholars Academy High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hcs Scholars Academy High?
Hcs Scholars Academy High has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hcs Scholars Academy High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hcs Scholars Academy High is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hcs Scholars Academy High rank in SC?
Hcs Scholars Academy High ranks #515 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Hcs Scholars Academy High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hcs Scholars Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Hcs Scholars Academy High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hcs Scholars Academy High has 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Hcs Scholars Academy High a charter school?
No, Hcs Scholars Academy High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hcs Scholars Academy High a Title I school?
No, Hcs Scholars Academy High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hcs Scholars Academy High?
1.6% of students at Hcs Scholars Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Horry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.1%
- Phone
- (843) 349-4117
Resources & Links
District
Horry 01- District Enrollment
- 48,205
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,222
- District Rank
- #36 of 55
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