Serving 1,426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Oaks Elementary 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 62% (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 42% 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: 1,426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: River Oaks Elementary serves the southern part of Myrtle Beach, SC, covering an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Oaks Elementary School's student population of 1,426 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
River Oaks 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 River Oaks Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#267 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 River Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
River Oaks Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are River Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
River Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Bay Elementary 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Elementary School?
1,426 students attend River Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of River Oaks Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Oaks Elementary School?
River Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Oaks Elementary School offer ?
River Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Oaks Elementary School part of?
River Oaks Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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