Serving 669 students in grades 9-12, South Columbus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Columbus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Columbus High School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
South Columbus High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Columbus High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1410 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
61%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-84%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Columbus High School's ranking?
South Columbus High School is ranked #1410 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Columbus High School often compared to?
South Columbus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Columbus High School, East Columbus Junior-senior High School, Whiteville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Columbus High School?
The graduation rate of South Columbus High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Columbus High School?
669 students attend South Columbus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Columbus High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Columbus High School?
South Columbus High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Columbus High School offer ?
South Columbus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Columbus High School part of?
South Columbus High School is part of Columbus County Schools.
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