For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,242 students in 29577, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29577, SC are Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter, Myrtle Beach Middle School and Myrtle Beach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29577 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29577, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29577, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3021 Fred Nash Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 293-1725
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 293-1725
Gr: K-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Beach Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3101 North Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-3932
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-3932
Gr: 6-8 | 1,146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Myrtle Beach Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
950 Seahawk Way
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 626-5831
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 626-5831
Gr: 3-5 | 1,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
620 29th Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1774
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1774
Gr: 1-2 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
29577, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
620 29th Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1774
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1774
Gr: 2-3 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
3301 Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 626-5831
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 626-5831
Gr: 4-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
612 29th Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1658
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-1658
Gr: PK-1 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29577, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29577, SC include Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter, Myrtle Beach Middle School and Myrtle Beach Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29577?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29577.
What is the racial composition of students in 29577?
29577 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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