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#58 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 5% in state

Ocean Drive Elementary

Elementary School · Horry 01

901 11th Avenue North, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Enrollment

810

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#58 of 1,176

In district

#2 of 55

Horry 01

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ocean Drive Elementary

8.5/10

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

Waterway Elementary

6.5/10

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5.9/10

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About Ocean Drive Elementary

Ocean Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in North Myrtle Beach, SC, part of Horry 01. Ocean Drive Elementary serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Ocean Drive Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Ocean Drive Elementary — Students at Ocean Drive Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
65%

* 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 Ocean Drive Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in SC
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

901 11th Avenue North, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ocean Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Shallotte), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverside Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Little River), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Myrtle Beach Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Myrtle Beach, see our North Myrtle Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Waterway Elementary Little River 1.5 mi 6.5
North Myrtle Beach Middle Little River 1.6 mi 5.9
North Myrtle Beach High Little River 2.1 mi 6.7
Riverside Elementary Little River 3.8 mi 8.3
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longs 4.4 mi 7.1
RISEN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Myrtle Beach 5.3 mi 5.5
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary Ash 10.5 mi 6.8
Ocean Bay Elementary Myrtle Beach 12.3 mi 7.6
Ocean Bay Middle Myrtle Beach 12.5 mi 6.5
WEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocean Isle Beach 13.1 mi 5.1
Myrtle Beach Elementary Myrtle Beach 13.9 mi 7.7
MYRTLE BEACH SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOO Myrtle Beach 13.5 mi
Myrtle Beach High Myrtle Beach 14.0 mi 6.8
Myrtle Beach Middle Myrtle Beach 14.1 mi 5.8
Myrtle Beach Early Childhood Myrtle Beach 14.2 mi 6.8
CHABAD JEWISH ACADEMY Myrtle Beach 14.3 mi 6.6
Myrtle Beach Primary Myrtle Beach 14.3 mi 6.1
Union Elementary Shallotte 14.7 mi 8.9
River Oaks Elementary Myrtle Beach 14.5 mi 7.4
Ten Oaks Middle Myrtle Beach 14.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,030

Median Home Value

$370,700

Median Rent

$1,194/mo

Population

20,113

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

59.9

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Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia, SC 8.5
Mt. Pleasant Academy Mount Pleasant, SC 8.5
Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg, SC 8.5
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Charleston, SC 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ocean Drive Elementary

What grades does Ocean Drive Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Ocean Drive Elementary?

Ocean Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Drive Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Drive Elementary 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 Ocean Drive Elementary rank in SC?

Ocean Drive Elementary ranks #58 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Ocean Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ocean Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Ocean Drive Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Drive Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Ocean Drive Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ocean Drive Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ocean Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

45.7% of students at Ocean Drive 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

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

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