Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocean Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Drive Elementary serves the eastern part of North Myrtle Beach, SC, covering an area of approximately 29.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Drive Elementary School's student population of 852 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
852 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
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School Rankings
Ocean Drive Elementary 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 Drive Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#229 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
15%
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Black
6%
31%
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White
64%
46%
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Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Drive Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ocean Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ocean Drive Elementary School?
852 students attend Ocean Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ocean Drive Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Drive Elementary School?
Ocean Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Drive Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean Drive Elementary School part of?
Ocean Drive Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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