For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 125 students in 29579, SC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 29579, SC is Bridgewater Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 29579 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29579, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29579, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridgewater Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
191 River Landing Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-3689
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-3689
Gr: K-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
29579, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 Gardner Lacy Rd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-7997
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-7997
Gr: 6-8 | 1,370 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29579, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29579, SC include Bridgewater Academy Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 29579?
1 public charter schools are located in 29579.
What is the racial composition of students in 29579?
29579 public charter schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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