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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Introducing the Robie, a contemporary single-family home. This modern two-story floorplan boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, over 2300 sq ft. of living space, and a 2-car ga...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
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: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome to the Gwinnett at Hainer Place by Mungo Homes—thoughtfully located just minutes from downtown Conway, the Riverwalk, and Collins Park, offering easy access to sh...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Brian McGrath () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
This thoughtfully designed one level home is single level living at it's best! With an open concept living room, dining room and kitchen, this home is bright, spacious, ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
The Lancaster new floor plan located in a highly desirable natural gas community, thoughtfully designed for comfort and classic Southern living. This charming two-story h...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Joshua Johnson () from Listing Office: CPG Inc. dba Mungo Homes.
Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom beauty with a versatile fifth room that’s perfect for a media room, home office, or guest space. Located just minutes from histori...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Myrtle Beach Team (Cell: 724-331-6956) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores.
Beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath home with a spacious loft and stunning pond views. This thoughtfully designed floor plan features...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ivey Ridders () from Listing Office: Living South Realty.
NO HOA! Looking for room to breathe? This brand-new 5-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on over a half-acre, giving you the freedom to park your RV or boat, add a detached garage...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carmen Hiatt () from Listing Office: New Home Star Coastal LLC.
NO HOA! Looking for room to breathe? This brand-new 5-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on over a half-acre, giving you the freedom to park your RV or boat, add a detached garage...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carmen Hiatt () from Listing Office: New Home Star Coastal LLC.
Welcome to 546 Appaloosa Way in the Saddle Ridge community of Conway! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers plenty of room to spread out with an open and function...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sarah Pokorny () from Listing Office: Shoreline Realty.

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