Serving 801 students in grades 6-8, Ocean Bay Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Bay Middle serves the southern part of Myrtle Beach, SC, covering an area of approximately 47.5 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can generally expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 9.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Bay Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Bay Middle School's student population of 801 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ocean Bay Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Bay Middle School is 0.49, 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
#283 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Ocean Bay Middle School's ranking?
Ocean Bay Middle School is ranked #283 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ocean Bay Middle School often compared to?
Ocean Bay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ten Oaks Middle School, Myrtle Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ocean Bay Middle School?
801 students attend Ocean Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ocean Bay Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Bay Middle School?
Ocean Bay Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Bay Middle School offer ?
Ocean Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean Bay Middle School part of?
Ocean Bay Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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