For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,224 students in 29576, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 110 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 29576, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29576, SC are St. James High School and Seaside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29576 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29576, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29576, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. James High School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10800 Highway 707
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 650-5600
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 650-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,826 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Seaside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1605 Woodland Drive
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 650-3490
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 650-3490
Gr: PK-4 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29576, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29576, SC include St. James High School and Seaside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29576?
2 public schools are located in 29576.
What percentage of students in 29576 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 29576 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29576?
29576 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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