OCEAN BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ocean Bay Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Horry 01 school district, located in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 845 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, Ocean Bay Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ocean Bay Elementary, located in the Carolina Forest area of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a prominent public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Horry County School District, the school is situated in a rapidly growing community, which often influences its dynamic student population and commitment to modern educational standards. The school is known for its focus on providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond its core curriculum, Ocean Bay Elementary emphasizes community involvement and active parent participation, which are hallmarks of its school culture. The facility offers various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to engage students in diverse interests, ranging from arts and athletics to STEM-based learning. By prioritizing student-centered instruction and collaboration, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Ocean Bay Elementary at (843) 903-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

950 International Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
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OCEAN BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 845 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Horry 01
Total Students:
845
Teachers:
48.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 845 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OCEAN BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.5%
Black or African American
7.5%
Two or more races
4.5%
Hispanic/Latino
4.1%
Asian
2.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.