For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,190 students in 29579, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29579, SC are Ocean Bay Middle School, Ten Oaks Middle School and Bridgewater Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29579 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29579, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29579, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean Bay Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 International Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 903-8420
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 903-8420
Gr: 6-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Ten Oaks Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Revolutionary War Way
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 488-8896
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 488-8896
Gr: 6-8 | 1,264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29579, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29579, SC include Ocean Bay Middle School, Ten Oaks Middle School and Bridgewater Academy Charter.
How many public middle schools are located in 29579?
3 public middle schools are located in 29579.
What is the racial composition of students in 29579?
29579 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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