Serving 1,657 students in grades 9-12, North Myrtle Beach High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Myrtle Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Myrtle Beach High School's student population of 1,657 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Myrtle Beach High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Myrtle Beach High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
19%
32%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Myrtle Beach High School's ranking?
North Myrtle Beach High School is ranked #150 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Myrtle Beach High School often compared to?
North Myrtle Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle Beach High School, Carolina Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Myrtle Beach High School?
The graduation rate of North Myrtle Beach High School is 81%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Myrtle Beach High School?
1,657 students attend North Myrtle Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Myrtle Beach High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Myrtle Beach High School?
North Myrtle Beach High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Myrtle Beach High School offer ?
North Myrtle Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Myrtle Beach High School part of?
North Myrtle Beach High School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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