Tarboro High School is a high school in Tarboro, North Carolina and is part of the Edgecombe County Public Schools district. It is one of four high schools in the district.
Serving 496 students in grades 9-12, Tarboro 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tarboro High serves the southeastern part of Tarboro, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 38.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tarboro High School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1881
School Motto
A School of Promise, Pride, and Purpose
School Rankings
Tarboro 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 Tarboro High School is 0.40, 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
#2393 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple, Yellow
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarboro High School's ranking?
Tarboro High School is ranked #2393 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Tarboro High School often compared to?
Tarboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Edgecombe High School, Southwest Edgecombe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tarboro High School?
The graduation rate of Tarboro High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Tarboro High School?
496 students attend Tarboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tarboro High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarboro High School?
Tarboro High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tarboro High School offer ?
Tarboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tarboro High School part of?
Tarboro High School is part of Edgecombe County School District.
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