North Myrtle Beach High School is a public school located in Little River, South Carolina. The school is one of nine high schools within Horry County Schools. The school serves the city of North Myrtle Beach, the town of Atlantic Beach, and the communities of Little River and Longs.
Serving 1,673 students in grades 9-12, North Myrtle Beach High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Myrtle Beach High serves the eastern part of its district in Little River, SC, covering an area of approximately 88.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.8 miles, and the furthest edge extending up to 10.9 miles from the school.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Myrtle Beach High School's student population of 1,673 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,673 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
North Myrtle Beach High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Myrtle Beach High School is 0.59, which is less 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
#34 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Chiefs
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 #34 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 Carolina Forest High School, Myrtle Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 83.8%.
How many students attend North Myrtle Beach High School?
1,673 students attend North Myrtle Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of North Myrtle Beach High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 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 18:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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