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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Nestled off Highway 9 in the charming town of Longs, South Carolina, Carrington Woods offers a perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and coastal charm. Ideally located n...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lisa Lang () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome to the Turner on Lot 205 in Hainer Place, a spacious two-story home offering 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and multiple flexible living spaces. The first floor featu...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Brian McGrath () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
Find the perfect balance of peaceful living and everyday adventure at The Forest at Black Bear, located just off Hwy 9 in Longs, SC. Here, life moves at your pace—whether...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome to the Ford floor plan in Hainer Place by Mungo Homes, located in the heart of Conway, SC—just minutes from historic Downtown Conway and the scenic Riverwalk, wit...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: George Atkins () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
Welcome to Sandrigde Park, located in Little River. The area is known for their deep-sea fishing charters, fresh seafood, and their famous Blue Crab Festival. This area i...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () 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.
Come see this lovely single-level home in Forestbrook Estates. New luxury vinyl plank flooring was recently installed in all of the bedrooms and both baths. This wonderfu...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Amy Randall (Office: 843-903-4400) from Listing Office: CB Sea Coast Advantage CF.
Welcome to 480 Dandelion Lane, a spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home tucked away on a private wooded lot in the desirable Avalon community of Carolina Forest. Offering over...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Blackwater Team (Cell: 603-205-3273) from Listing Office: Welcome Home Realty.
Welcome home to the beloved Gwinnett—a charming single-story retreat nestled right here in Conway, SC, where comfort meets a touch of Southern hospitality. Step inside an...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mark Lamonaca () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
Welcome to The Lancaster, a new floorplan in our popular Jordan Grove community. This gorgeous two-story home boasts five bedrooms and three full baths. Upon entry, you a...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sean Kenny () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.

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