For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,273 students in Cerro Gordo, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Cerro Gordo, NC is West Columbus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cerro Gordo, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Cerro Gordo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cerro Gordo, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Columbus High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7294 Andrew Jackson Hwy Sw
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-6111
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-6111
Gr: 9-12 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
7685 Andrew Jackson Hwy Sw
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Gr: PK-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cerro Gordo, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Cerro Gordo, NC include West Columbus High School.
How many public schools are located in Cerro Gordo?
2 public schools are located in Cerro Gordo.
What is the racial composition of students in Cerro Gordo?
Cerro Gordo public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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