What grades does West Columbus High serve?

West Columbus High is a High school serving students in Cerro Gordo, NC. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is West Columbus High located?

West Columbus High is located at Cerro Gordo, NC in a rural area.

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

West Columbus High has a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What schools are in Cerro Gordo, NC?

Cerro Gordo, NC is served by the local school district. West Columbus High is one of the High schools in the area.

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West Columbus High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Cerro Gordo, North Carolina|Columbus County Schools

Cerro Gordo, NC 28430

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

455

Student:Teacher

16.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

Columbus County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.3%

Phone

(910)654-6111

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

50-54%

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

18.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

3 courses offered

18 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

49 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

22 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

78 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20.2:1

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

481

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

22.75

99% 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

100%

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)

459

Current enrollment

Growing(+12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Open House

Event

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Columbus High

West Columbus High has a total enrollment of 455 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Cerro Gordo, NC.

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