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Horry County

South Carolina · Public K-12

Across all districts in Horry County, public schools number 60 and enroll approximately 49,639 K-12 students (30 elementary, 13 middle, and 17 high).

7-year change in Horry County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
49,639
+4,705 (+10%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
58
+3 (+5%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
56%
was 61%
% Hispanic
19%
was 12%
% Black
16%
was 19%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
60
3 districts
Enrollment
49,639
NCES CCD
Median income
$66,880
Above South Carolina avg
Free/reduced lunch
·
Enrollment-weighted
Elementary
30
22,354 students
Middle
13
11,464 students
High
17
15,821 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Horry 01
48,662 students · 3 districts in Horry County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Horry County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
77%
Hispanic
7%
Black
12%
Asian
1%
Two or more
8%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
56%
Hispanic
19%
Black
16%
Asian
1%
Two or more
8%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
27.1%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
9.1%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.9%
civilian labor
Median age
49
17.0% under 18

Test scores in Horry County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 40 schools ranked. South Carolina state average: 59.7%.

See all 40 schools in Horry County ranked by score →

All schools (60)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Carolina Forest HighMyrtle BeachHigh09-123,176·
St. James HighMurrells InletHigh09-121,826·
Conway HighConwayHigh09-121,724·
Socastee HighMyrtle BeachHigh09-121,720·
North Myrtle Beach HighLittle RiverHigh09-121,673·
Myrtle Beach HighMyrtle BeachHigh09-121,510·
River Oaks ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-051,426·
Carolina Forest ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-051,336·
North Myrtle Beach MiddleLittle RiverMiddle06-081,267·
Ten Oaks MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle06-081,264·
Ocean Bay ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-051,181·
Myrtle Beach MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle06-081,146·
Myrtle Beach ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementary03-051,066·
Waccamaw ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-051,047·
Whittemore Park MiddleConwayMiddle06-081,013·
Forestbrook ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-05930·
Pee Dee ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-05927·
St. James MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle07-08913·
Waterway ElementaryLittle RiverElementaryPK-05912·
Aynor HighAynorHigh09-12901·
St. James ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-04884·
St. James IntermediateMyrtle BeachMiddle05-06883·
Lakewood ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-05866·
Loris HighLorisHigh09-12857·
Ocean Drive ElementaryNorth Myrtle BeachElementaryPK-05852·
Socastee ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-05850·
Forestbrook MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle06-08816·
Ocean Bay MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle06-08801·
Loris ElementaryLorisElementaryPK-05790·
Black Water MiddleConwayMiddle06-08789·
Aynor ElementaryAynorElementaryPK-05781·
Midland ElementaryGalivants FerryElementaryPK-05744·
Aynor MiddleGalivants FerryMiddle06-08742·
Loris MiddleLorisMiddle06-08725·
Myrtle Beach PrimaryMyrtle BeachElementary01-02710·
Burgess ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-04697·
Riverside ElementaryLittle RiverElementaryPK-05697·
Green Sea Floyds HighGreen SeaHigh06-12693·
Homewood ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-05671·
South Conway ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-05642·
Daisy ElementaryLorisElementaryPK-05631·
Conway ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-05583·
Conway MiddleConwayMiddle06-08578·
Green Sea Floyds ElementaryGreen SeaElementaryPK-05560·
Palmetto Bays ElementaryMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-05556·
Myrtle Beach Early ChildhoodMyrtle BeachElementaryPK-KG555·
Socastee MiddleMyrtle BeachMiddle06-08527·
Kingston ElementaryConwayElementaryPK-05517·
Atlantic Collegiate AcademyConwayHigh09-12502·
Seaside ElementaryGarden CityElementaryPK-04398·
HCS Early College HighConwayHigh09-12360·
Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success CharterMyrtle BeachElementaryKG-08320·
Carolina Shores Acceleration AcademyMyrtle BeachHigh09-12277·
HCS Scholars Academy HighConwayHigh09-12209·
Coastal High SchoolMyrtle BeachHigh09-12198·
Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM)ConwayHigh09-12195·
Bridgewater Academy CharterMyrtle BeachElementaryKG-08125·
Academy of Hope CharterConwayElementaryPK-08100·
Academy For Arts/Science/TechnologyMyrtle BeachHigh09-120·
Academy for Technology and AcademicsConwayHigh09-120·

Cities in Horry County

Myrtle Beach27 schoolsConway16 schoolsLittle River4 schoolsLoris4 schoolsAynor2 schoolsGalivants Ferry2 schoolsGreen Sea2 schoolsGarden City1 schoolMurrells Inlet1 schoolNorth Myrtle Beach1 school

About Horry County

In South Carolina, Horry County is a sprawling county of about 383,016 residents. 60 public schools across the county serves about 49,639 students between them.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show the median household earns about $66,880 a year, roughly 27% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the poverty rate is around 9%. That income level is 13% above the South Carolina median.

In terms of grade levels, Horry County is built around 30 elementary schools (22,354 students), 13 middle schools (11,464), and 17 high schools (15,821).

Horry 01 is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 48,662 students across Horry County.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Horry County has grew 10% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 44,934 students to 49,639. Over that span, Horry County added 3 schools, going from 55 to 58. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment increased from 12% to 19%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Horry County discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Horry County?
Horry County, South Carolina has 60 public K-12 schools serving approximately 49,639 students.
How many high schools are in Horry County?
Horry County, South Carolina has 17 public high schools, serving approximately 15,821 students.
How many middle schools are in Horry County?
Horry County, South Carolina has 13 public middle schools, serving approximately 11,464 students.
How many elementary schools are in Horry County?
Horry County, South Carolina has 30 public elementary schools, serving approximately 22,354 students.
What is the largest school district in Horry County?
Horry 01 is the largest school district in Horry County, serving approximately 48,662 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
What is the population of Horry County?
Horry County, South Carolina has a population of approximately 383,016, with a median age of 49. About 17.0% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Horry County?
Median household income in Horry County is $66,880, above the South Carolina average of $59,005. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Horry County?
Approximately 27.1% of adults 25 and older in Horry County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Horry County schools?
Across Horry County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 16.2 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Horry County?
Horry County residents are approximately 77% White, 7% Hispanic, 12% Black, 1% Asian, 8% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.

Horry County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data