West Columbus School serves 814 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Columbus School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
814 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Columbus School is 0.64, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
31%
24%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Columbus School?
814 students attend West Columbus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Columbus School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Columbus School?
West Columbus School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Columbus School offer ?
West Columbus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Columbus School part of?
West Columbus School is part of Columbus County Schools.
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