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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NO HOA! Making Life Better in Loris with over a half-acre homesite and room to enjoy the lifestyle you've been looking for. This brand-new home offers the perfect blend o...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carmen Hiatt () from Listing Office: New Home Star Coastal LLC.
NO HOA! Making Life Better in Loris with over a half-acre homesite and room to enjoy the lifestyle you've been looking for. This brand-new home offers the perfect blend o...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carmen Hiatt () from Listing Office: New Home Star Coastal LLC.
Brand new construction on a spacious homesite with NO HOA, tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac yet just a short drive from the beaches, shopping, dining, and entertainment ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carmen Hiatt () from Listing Office: New Home Star Coastal LLC.
With views of the pond and fountain from the front porch and a screened porch and patio overlooking a quiet wooded area, this gorgeous updated 4 bed 2 bath in Barons Bluf...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lori Lentz-Widner () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
810 Brenda Place in Myrtle Beach, SC offers 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 2,458 square feet within Bent Oak Estates. Inside, vaulted ceilings and arched doorways create ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Greg Harrelson Sales Team () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Listed below Appraisal value! Credit to buyer offered at closing. Welcome to 1093 Balmore Dr., in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods Berkshire Forest. Ideally...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kristi Grigg (Cell: 910-284-6070) from Listing Office: CENTURY 21 Boling & Associates.
Welcome Home to this Truly Spectacular 4-bedroom Professional owned Dream Home in the Avalon Community of Carolina Forest. The property backs up to the Nature Preserve th...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Glenn Hellofs (Cell: 843-222-4769) from Listing Office: BHHS Myrtle Beach Real Estate.
*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 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 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.

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