MYRTLE BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
Myrtle Beach High is a public high school that is part of the Horry 01 school district, located in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 1,516 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 83 teachers, Myrtle Beach High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Myrtle Beach High School, located on Robert Grissom Parkway in the heart of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the local community within the Horry County School District. As a staple of the area, the school is known for its diverse academic curriculum and its strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success through a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical programs, and extracurricular opportunities.
Beyond academics, the school maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a deep sense of school spirit and a highly competitive athletics program. Often recognized as the "Seahawks," Myrtle Beach High is frequently involved in regional sports championships, which helps foster a strong connection between the school and the surrounding Myrtle Beach community. With its central location and commitment to student development, the school continues to be a focal point for families in the region, balancing rigorous educational standards with a well-rounded experience in arts, athletics, and student-led organizations.
For more information, contact Myrtle Beach High at (843) 448-7149 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-7149
MYRTLE BEACH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Myrtle Beach, SC with about 1,516 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Horry 01
- Total Students:
- 1,516
- Teachers:
- 83.5
- 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:
- 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 1,516 students
- White
- 51.5%
- Black or African American
- 23.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.6%
- Two or more races
- 7.1%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
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.