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About HCS

Welcome to Horry County Schools

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About Horry County Schools

Horry County Schools is inspiring possibilities for student success through a broad range of unique teaching and learning opportunities.

Horry (pronounced O-Ree) County Schools is made up of 56 schools within nine attendance areas: Aynor, Carolina Forest, Conway, Green Sea Floyds, Loris, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Socastee, and St. James. Horry County Schools has more than 48,000 students and is South Carolina’s third-largest school district.

Our Core Values And Vision

CORE VALUES

  • We put service to students above all else.

  • We take responsibility for the success of all students.

  • We care passionately about our work with students.
  • We build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community.
  • We model and promote civility and integrity.

VISION

Horry County Schools' vision is to be a premier, world-class school system in which every student acquires an excellent education. Our schools will be welcoming centers organized around high-quality teaching and learning.