For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,927 students in 29588, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29588, SC is Socastee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29588 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29588, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29588 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Coastal High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29588, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Socastee High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4900 Socastee Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 293-2513
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 293-2513
Grades: 9-12
| 1,712 students
Rank: n/an/a
Coastal High School
Charter School
3710 Palmetto Pointe Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 788-9898
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 788-9898
Grades: 9-12
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29588, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29588, SC include Socastee High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29588?
2 public high schools are located in 29588.
What is the racial composition of students in 29588?
29588 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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