According to the most recent statewide rankings and proficiency data, some of Horry County’s strongest public elementary schools include Ocean Bay Elementary and St. James Elementary, consistently among the highest-performing schools locally. Forestbrook Elementary also ranks highly in academic proficiency.
Source: Public School Review
For high school, HCS Early College High School tops many 2025–26 lists, with St. James High School and Carolina Forest High School also among the county’s most highly rated options. Local favorites like Socastee High School continue to perform well too.
Source: Public School Review
And for families pursuing advanced academic pathways, HCS Scholars Academy recently earned the #1 state report card score among all South Carolina schools.
Source: Coastal Carolina University
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Built in 2022, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,851 heated square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in the desirable Cooper’s Bluff ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jane Zheng (Cell: 843-267-9989) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate South.
*4 bedroom, 2.5 baths *Open concept great room, dining room and kitchen *First floor primary bedroom with walk in closet, separate linen closet, double vanity, and 5' s...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome to Elmhurst Place! Located in Conway and is minutes from the heart of downtown! Less than 2 miles from downtown Conway’s charming shops, local dining, and scenic ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
The Lancaster floor plan offers the perfect combination of space, flexibility, and modern design in a beautifully crafted two-story home. Featuring four bedrooms, two-and...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: George Atkins () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
Welcome home to this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2-bath, furnished, single-story home nestled in the Carrington Woods community in Longs, SC! From the moment you arrive, you'll ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Stephanie Deese () from Listing Office: The Saltwater Agency.
Welcome to Ravenloft! This thoughtfully designed one level home is one of our most popular floor plans! With an open concept living room, dining room and kitchen, this h...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
*4 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths *Front porch *Stainless steel appliances *Side by side refrigerator *Granite countertops *A tile backsplash *SmartHome *Quicktie Framing Syst...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
TURNKEY PERFECTION IN RIVERTOWN LANDING! Avoid the wait, the delays, and the massive out-of-pocket expenses of new construction with this pristine, 100% move-in ready hom...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Patrick Zarcone () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Welcome to Kingston Bay! Located in Conway and is minutes from the heart of downtown! Residents will enjoy easy access to local shopping, dining, and entertainment. Conwa...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Renee Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome to The Lancaster, a new floorplan in our popular Jordan Grove community. This gorgeous two-story home boasts four bedrooms and two-and-one-half baths. Upon entry,...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sean Kenny () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.

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