For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,839 students in 29566, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29566, SC are Riverside Elementary School, Waterway Elementary School and North Myrtle Beach Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29566 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29566, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29566, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1287 Highway 57 South
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-8800
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-8800
Grades: PK-5
| 673 students
Rank: #22.
Waterway Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Sandridge Road
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-2204
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-2204
Grades: PK-5
| 845 students
Rank: #33.
North Myrtle Beach Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11240 Highway 90
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-6136
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-6136
Grades: 6-8
| 1,321 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29566, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29566, SC include Riverside Elementary School, Waterway Elementary School and North Myrtle Beach Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29566?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29566.
What is the racial composition of students in 29566?
29566 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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