Waccamaw Elementary School

Waccamaw Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
251 Claridy Rd,  Conway, SC
Horry County Schools
4.3
1,003 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
48%
Reading Proficiency
53%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
48%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
68
Full Time Teachers
68
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.2%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
440:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
White
50.8%
Hispanic
20.9%
Black
18.9%
Two or more races
8.4%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 6 Reviews
1.0 other
6/15/2025
Based upon my experience with teachers at the school, i would absolutely not send my children here. They are unprofessional and do not act as good role models or mentors.
5.0 other
2/3/2023
i used to go to this school and its fantastic. the teachers, students, and staff are amazing. the principle here has a strong connection with the students. teachers prioritize on growing a bond with the students and helping them reach their goals. overall its one amazing school.
5.0 parent
1/25/2020
Absolutely amazing as far as teachers, staff, leadership etc. I am very happy here! I’ve noticed on field trips when other schools are in attendance, it is the Waccamaw students who are all be having, and the Waccamaw teachers who are very attentive. I love working with all the teachers that we have...
5.0 parent
8/22/2017
I enjoy working with the teachers they r great with dpecial needs students they keep me posted on inportant things and we work together to improve the learning process

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Waccamaw Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Conway, SC, in the Conway neighborhood, and is served by the Horry County Schools in South Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 1,003 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. Waccamaw Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $292,547. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hcs Scholars Academy High School, Hcs Early College High School, Carolina Forest High School, and more. Learn more about what Conway has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Waccamaw Elementary School.

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