For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,802 students in 29576, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29576, SC is St. James High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29576 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29576, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29576 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is St. James High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 29576, SC Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. James High School
(Math: 81% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 1,802 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29576, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29576, SC include St. James High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29576, SC?
1 public high schools are located in 29576, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29576, SC?
29576, SC public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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