Serving 1,267 students in grades 6-8, North Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Myrtle Beach Middle serves the eastern part of Little River, SC, covering an area of approximately 88.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone reaching up to 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Myrtle Beach Middle School's student population of 1,267 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks within the top 50% 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 Middle School is 0.58, 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
#470 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Myrtle Beach Middle School's ranking?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School is ranked #470 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Myrtle Beach Middle School often compared to?
North Myrtle Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Myrtle Beach Middle School?
1,267 students attend North Myrtle Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Myrtle Beach Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% 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 Middle School?
North 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 North Myrtle Beach Middle School offer ?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Myrtle Beach Middle School part of?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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