Serving 1,321 students in grades 6-8, North Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Myrtle Beach Middle School's student population of 1,321 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Myrtle Beach Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Myrtle Beach Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Myrtle Beach Middle School's ranking?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School is ranked #507 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Myrtle Beach Middle School often compared to?
North Myrtle Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Myrtle Beach Middle School?
1,321 students attend North Myrtle Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Myrtle Beach Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Myrtle Beach Middle School?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Myrtle Beach Middle School offer ?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Myrtle Beach Middle School part of?
North Myrtle Beach Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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