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#235 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 20% in state

Socastee High

High School · Horry 01

4900 Socastee Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

Enrollment

1,712

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#235 of 1,176

In Myrtle Beach

#2 of 24

public schools

In district

#9 of 55

Horry 01

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Socastee High

7.6/10

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

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About Socastee High

Socastee High is a public high school in Myrtle Beach, SC, part of Horry 01. Socastee High serves approximately 1,712 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Socastee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Socastee High show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • SC avg 7.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation10.1%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Socastee High — Students at Socastee High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.2% (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
73%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
86%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
90%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Socastee High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
80th percentile in SC
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
10.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·140 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·33 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

4900 Socastee Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Socastee High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. St. James High (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Murrells Inlet), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carolina Forest High (rated 7.0/10, 6.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Myrtle Beach, see our Myrtle Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myrtle Beach 1.2 mi 5.2
Socastee Elementary Myrtle Beach 1.1 mi 5.5
Coastal High School Myrtle Beach 1.5 mi
Socastee Middle Myrtle Beach 1.8 mi 7.1
Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach 2.3 mi 6.8
Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach 2.5 mi 5.2
St. James Intermediate Myrtle Beach 3.2 mi 7.0
Burgess Elementary Myrtle Beach 3.3 mi 7.2
Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach 3.4 mi 7.1
Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter Myrtle Beach 3.1 mi 7.3
Lakewood Elementary Myrtle Beach 3.5 mi 7.2
St. James Elementary Myrtle Beach 4.7 mi 7.6
St. James Middle Myrtle Beach 4.9 mi 5.9
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach 4.9 mi 5.4
Bridgewater Academy Charter Myrtle Beach 4.8 mi 5.8
Seaside Elementary Garden City 5.9 mi 7.5
St. James High Murrells Inlet 5.7 mi 7.4
Carolina Forest Elementary Myrtle Beach 5.9 mi 6.6
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murrells Inlet 6.6 mi 5.5
Carolina Forest High Myrtle Beach 6.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,854

Median Home Value

$241,700

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

53,114

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

45.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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D. W. Daniel High Central, SC 7.6
Northwestern High Rock Hill, SC 7.6
Lower Richland High Hopkins, SC 7.5
Mauldin High Mauldin, SC 7.5
North Augusta High North Augusta, SC 7.5
Powdersville High Greenville, SC 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Socastee High

What grades does Socastee High serve?

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

How many students attend Socastee High?

Socastee High has an enrollment of approximately 1,712 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Socastee High?

The student-teacher ratio at Socastee High is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Socastee High rank in SC?

Socastee High ranks #235 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Socastee High's MySchoolScout rating?

Socastee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Socastee High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Socastee High has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Socastee High a charter school?

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

Is Socastee High a Title I school?

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

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

45.3% of students at Socastee 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,712
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

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

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