Best 29579 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,176 students in 29579, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29579, SC is Carolina Forest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29579 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29579, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29579 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carolina Forest High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29579, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carolina Forest High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
700 Gardner Lacy Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-7997
Gr: 9-12 | 3,176 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Academy For Arts/science/technology
Vocational School
Magnet School
895 International Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 903-8460
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29579, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29579, SC include Carolina Forest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29579?
2 public high schools are located in 29579.
What is the racial composition of students in 29579?
29579 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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