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#141 of 192 private schools in SC
St Michael Catholic School
Elementary School
542 CYPRESS AVE, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#141 of 192
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St Michael Catholic School
Elementary School in Murrells Inlet · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Michael Catholic School
St Michael Catholic School is a private elementary school in Murrells Inlet, SC. St Michael Catholic School serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, St Michael Catholic School 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Michael Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michael Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Michael Catholic School compares to the 1 public school in Murrells Inlet, SC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Murrells Inlet
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michael Catholic School (this school) | 5.5 |
| St. James High | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
542 CYPRESS AVE, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michael Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. St. James Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seaside Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter (rated 7.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Myrtle Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murrells Inlet, see our Murrells Inlet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seaside Elementary Garden City | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| St. James Middle Myrtle Beach | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| St. James Elementary Myrtle Beach | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| St. James Intermediate Myrtle Beach | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Burgess Elementary Myrtle Beach | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| St. James High Murrells Inlet | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Lakewood Elementary Myrtle Beach | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myrtle Beach | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Socastee Middle Myrtle Beach | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Coastal High School Myrtle Beach | 6.4 mi | — |
| Socastee High Myrtle Beach | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Socastee Elementary Myrtle Beach | 6.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter Myrtle Beach | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach | 8.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach | 9.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Waccamaw Middle Pawleys Island | 8.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Waccamaw Intermediate Pawleys Island | 8.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach | 9.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Bridgewater Academy Charter Myrtle Beach | 10.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach | 10.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29576 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,343
Median Home Value
$315,700
Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Population
32,975
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
62.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West Lee Elementary Rembert, SC | 5.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheraw, SC | 5.7 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Darlington, SC | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PAWLEYS ISLAND Pawleys Island, SC | 5.2 |
| Jane Edwards Elementary Edisto Island, SC | 5.1 |
| EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Columbia, SC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michael Catholic School
What grades does St Michael Catholic School serve?
St Michael Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Michael Catholic School?
St Michael Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michael Catholic School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michael Catholic School rank in SC?
St Michael Catholic School ranks #141 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is St Michael Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michael Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Michael Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Michael Catholic School a religious school?
St Michael Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Horry County
- Phone
- (843) 651-6795
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