Best 29566 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,673 students in 29566, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29566, SC is North Myrtle Beach High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29566 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29566, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29566 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Myrtle Beach High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29566, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Myrtle Beach High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3750 Sea Mountain Highway
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-6171
Gr: 9-12 | 1,673 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29566, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29566, SC include North Myrtle Beach High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29566?
1 public high schools are located in 29566.
What is the racial composition of students in 29566?
29566 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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