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#489 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 42% in state

North Myrtle Beach High

High School · Horry 01

3750 Sea Mountain Highway, Little River, SC 29566

Enrollment

1,654

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#489 of 1,176

In Little River

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#32 of 55

Horry 01

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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North Myrtle Beach High

6.7/10

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

North Myrtle Beach Middle

5.9/10

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6.5/10

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About North Myrtle Beach High

North Myrtle Beach High is a public high school in Little River, SC, part of Horry 01. North Myrtle Beach High serves approximately 1,654 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Myrtle Beach High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #489 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for North Myrtle Beach High show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • SC avg 7.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency89% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate81%
AP Participation8.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

North Myrtle Beach High — Students at North Myrtle Beach High score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
89%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How North Myrtle Beach High Compares

See how North Myrtle Beach High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in SC
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·32 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

3750 Sea Mountain Highway, Little River, SC 29566

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Myrtle Beach High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Shallotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ocean Drive Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby North Myrtle Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little River, see our Little River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
North Myrtle Beach Middle Little River 1.0 mi 5.9
Waterway Elementary Little River 1.2 mi 6.5
Ocean Drive Elementary North Myrtle Beach 2.1 mi 8.5
Riverside Elementary Little River 3.0 mi 8.3
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longs 3.7 mi 7.1
RISEN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Myrtle Beach 6.5 mi 5.5
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary Ash 9.0 mi 6.8
WEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocean Isle Beach 12.0 mi 5.1
Ocean Bay Elementary Myrtle Beach 13.1 mi 7.6
Ocean Bay Middle Myrtle Beach 13.3 mi 6.5
Union Elementary Shallotte 13.7 mi 8.9
Daisy Elementary Loris 14.2 mi 6.2
MYRTLE BEACH SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOO Myrtle Beach 14.3 mi
Myrtle Beach Elementary Myrtle Beach 15.1 mi 7.7
Nakina Middle Nakina 17.0 mi 6.8
Myrtle Beach High Myrtle Beach 15.2 mi 6.8
Myrtle Beach Middle Myrtle Beach 15.4 mi 5.8
Myrtle Beach Early Childhood Myrtle Beach 15.4 mi 6.8
Loris Middle Loris 15.7 mi 4.2
Myrtle Beach Primary Myrtle Beach 15.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,358

Median Home Value

$275,600

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

21,194

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

60.2

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Myrtle Beach High Myrtle Beach, SC 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Myrtle Beach High

What grades does North Myrtle Beach High serve?

North Myrtle Beach High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Myrtle Beach High?

North Myrtle Beach High has an enrollment of approximately 1,654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Myrtle Beach High?

The student-teacher ratio at North Myrtle Beach High is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Myrtle Beach High rank in SC?

North Myrtle Beach High ranks #489 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is North Myrtle Beach High's MySchoolScout rating?

North Myrtle Beach High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 North Myrtle Beach High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Myrtle Beach High has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Myrtle Beach High a charter school?

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

Is North Myrtle Beach High a Title I school?

No, North Myrtle Beach High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Myrtle Beach High?

48.6% of students at North Myrtle Beach 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
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,654
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%
4-Year Graduation
81.0%

District

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

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