CAROLINA FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
Carolina Forest High is a public high school that is part of the Horry 01 school district, located in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 2,429 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 119 teachers, Carolina Forest High has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Carolina Forest High School, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a large, comprehensive public high school serving the rapidly growing Carolina Forest community. As part of the Horry County School District, the school is known for its diverse academic environment and a robust selection of extracurricular programs. It typically serves a large student body, reflecting the suburban expansion of the area, and prides itself on providing a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and dual-enrollment opportunities designed to prepare students for both college and the workforce.
Beyond academics, Carolina Forest High maintains a strong culture of school spirit, particularly through its competitive athletic programs and extensive student organizations. The campus is equipped with modern facilities that support a variety of interests, ranging from fine arts and performing arts to competitive sports and community service clubs. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes student engagement and personal growth, aiming to foster an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to pursue their individual talents while contributing to the school’s overall success.
For more information, contact Carolina Forest High at (843) 236-7997 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 236-7997
CAROLINA FOREST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 2,429 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Horry 01
- Total Students:
- 2,429
- Teachers:
- 119.2
- 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:
- Supplemental Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,429 students
- White
- 68.1%
- Black or African American
- 14.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 2.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
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.