Best 29577 South Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,466 students in 29577, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29577, SC are Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter and Myrtle Beach Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29577 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29577, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29577, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3021 Fred Nash Boulevard
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3101 North Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-3932
Gr: 6-8 | 1,146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29577, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29577, SC include Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter and Myrtle Beach Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29577?
2 public middle schools are located in 29577.
What is the racial composition of students in 29577?
29577 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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