Serving 801 students in grades 6-8, Ocean Bay Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Bay Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Bay Middle School's student population of 801 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Ocean Bay Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Bay Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
9%
31%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Horry 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Bay Middle School's ranking?
Ocean Bay Middle School is ranked #283 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ocean Bay Middle School often compared to?
Ocean Bay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ten Oaks Middle School, Myrtle Beach Middle School, Bridgewater Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ocean Bay Middle School?
801 students attend Ocean Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ocean Bay Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Bay Middle School?
Ocean Bay Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Bay Middle School offer ?
Ocean Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean Bay Middle School part of?
Ocean Bay Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Ocean bay is a nice school I like it I don't want to go to the new middle school beacause you guys are the nicest people on earth I ever met
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