Serving 169 students in grades 9-13, Columbia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Columbia, NC, covering approximately 597.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which stretches up to 24 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia High School's student population of 169 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia 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 Columbia High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1730 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
28%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia High School's ranking?
Columbia High School is ranked #1730 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia High School?
The graduation rate of Columbia High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbia High School?
169 students attend Columbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Columbia High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia High School?
Columbia High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbia High School offer ?
Columbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbia High School part of?
Columbia High School is part of Tyrrell County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbia High School located?
Columbia High School is located in the Midtown Downtown neighborhood of Columbia, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown Downtown.
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