Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Myrtle Beach Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myrtle Beach Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
23%
31%
White
33%
46%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtle Beach Middle School's ranking?
Myrtle Beach Middle School is ranked #722 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Myrtle Beach Middle School often compared to?
Myrtle Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Bay Middle School, Bridgewater Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Beach Middle School?
1,146 students attend Myrtle Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Myrtle Beach Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% 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 Myrtle Beach Middle School?
Myrtle Beach Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Myrtle Beach Middle School offer ?
Myrtle Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Myrtle Beach Middle School part of?
Myrtle Beach Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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