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
Use the search sidebar to find homes zoned for these schools — or contact one of our agents for up-to-the-minute attendance boundary maps and school performance details.
This Whitetail Plan is ready for an August 2026 Move-In! All Appliances Included! The first floor of this two-story home shares a spacious open layout between the kitchen...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Chloe Johnson () from Listing Office: Lennar Carolinas LLC.
This Harrisburg is 4-bedroom 2 bath will be ready in Dec/January. This home features Quartz kitchen countertops, beautiful white cabinets with a large shower in the maste...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Gregg Weissman () from Listing Office: Lennar Carolinas LLC.
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 home is bright, spacious...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
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 home is bright, spacious...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Brown () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Take a look at this hot deal just 5 minutes from Downtown Conway! This 4 bedroom ranch on a spacious lot has had some recent upgrades to really set it apart from the rest...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Chris Farrell (Cell: 843-582-5209) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate South.
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 home is bright, spacious...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leslie Sanders () from Listing Office: DR Horton.
Welcome home to this nearly new 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence in the desirable Shellwood community of Little River! Built in 2024, this thoughtfully designed home combines ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Stephen Hand (Office: 843-903-4400) from Listing Office: CB Sea Coast Advantage CF.
Spacious and Flexible – Discover the Wayfare Plan at Rivertown Landing Photos are for representation only! Start your next chapter in the Wayfare Plan by Dream Finders...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Richard Wilkinson () from Listing Office: DFH Realty Georgia, LLC.
The Europa floor plan is a single-story home that keeps things simple, comfortable, and practical. With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, there’s plenty of space to spre...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Corinne Mckeown () from Listing Office: Starlight Homes.
This charming brick ranch style home is packed with character, space and functionality! Situated on a beautiful .87 acre corner lot, this property offers the perfect blen...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leigh Anne Jones (admin@duncangroupproperties.com) from Listing Office: Duncan Group Properties.

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