What grades does South Columbus High serve?

South Columbus High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Tabor City area.

Where is South Columbus High located?

South Columbus High is a rural school in Tabor City, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Columbus High?

The student-teacher ratio at South Columbus High is 16.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Tabor City, NC?

Schools in Tabor City include South Columbus High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Tabor City area.

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High|Tabor City, North Carolina|Columbus County Schools

Tabor City, NC 28463

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

689

Student:Teacher

16.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

Columbus County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.4%

Phone

(910)653-4073

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

40-44%

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

23.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

6 courses offered

35 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

105 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

20 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

141 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.9:1

Worse than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,074

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

35.34

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.67000002

Nurses

0.33000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,006

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,675

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,284

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 29%State 57%Local 14%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

36.1%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

14.1%

Uninsured residents

14.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

642

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

602

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

87%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

171 (28%)

Speech/Language Impairment

139 (23%)

Intellectual Disability

102 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

100 (17%)

Autism

41 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

669

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

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Mon, Aug 24, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Columbus High

As of the most recent data, 689 students are enrolled at South Columbus High. It is a High school within the local district.

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